Gospel Life

Zanele Mbokazi to marry Swaziland bishop

Crown Gospel Awards founder and television personality Zanele Mbokazi is set to marry Swaziland Bishop Mpendulo Nkambule. The pair’s traditional wedding will take place on January 22 at Mbokazi’s family home in Thornwood, Mariannhill and a white wedding will follow in three months. Mbokazi and Nkambule met last year at a church seminar in Swaziland and engaged [...]

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Crown Gospel Awards winners

The 3rd Crown Gospel Music Awards were held at the ICC in Durban last night. Margaret Motsage and Nigerian artist Uche dominated the night, each winning two trophies. Lundi’s acclaimed Mphefumulo Wami was named the classic of all times and the prestigious Lifetime Achievers Award went to Sizwe Zako. The crown gospel awards recognise the best gospel [...]

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Deborah Fraser replaces Jub Jub

Deborah Fraser has been confirmed as the replacement for Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye in the Crown Gospel Music Awards. This follows the axing of the controversial rapper from the yearly awards. Fraser, who was initially not nominated this year, is now up against The Plain Truth, Margaret Motsage and Thembi Seete in the Best Music Video [...]

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Jub Jub axed from Crown Gospel awards

Organisers of the 3rd Crown Gospel Music awards have withdrawn Jub Jub’s name from the list of this year’s nominees. The Crown Gospel Awards Committee says they decided to axe the controversial rapper after receiving numerous complaints from the public. Jub Jub, who is facing charges of murder, attempted murder, reckless and drunken driving, had been [...]

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Jay Hlungwani was a great pastor and artist

It is sad that the talented Jay Hlungwani, a gospel artist and pastor, is no longer with us. Jay, as he became famously known in the Gospel music industry, was a dedicated son of God who helped those in need and used his music to unite people. Hlungwani’s passing was described by his father, Pastor Phillip [...]

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2nd SABC Crown Gospel Music Awards

The 2nd SABC Crown Gospel Music Awards are upon us and it’s time for the public to start nominating their favorite gospel artist or group. The Crown Awards are presented by Cell C and World Gospel Powerhouse™, a company established to assist performers and to promote South African gospel music.

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