About Amahlosi

Traditional acappella music, natural male voices, cultural storytelling, and powerful Isicathamiya Xhosa performances.

Who We Are

Welcome to Amahlosi Cultural Music Entertainers

Amahlosi Cultural Music Entertainers is a traditional acappella male choir known for performing authentic Isicathamiya and Amagwijo music.

The group uses pure natural male voices with minimal instruments, creating a strong cultural sound that is easy to identify and remember.

Through traditional music and dance, Amahlosi brings audiences closer to the richness of African cultural performance.

Amahlosi Cultural Music

Our Musical Identity

Amahlosi performs traditional music rooted in voice, harmony, rhythm and cultural expression.

Isicathamiya

A powerful traditional acappella style performed with harmony, discipline and expressive movement.

Amagwijo

Initiation songs performed with cultural pride, rhythm and strong male vocal energy.

Where We Perform

Amahlosi provides performances across different event types and cultural spaces.

Festivals

Cultural, heritage and public festival performances.

Weddings

Traditional and modern wedding entertainment with cultural depth.

Social Events

Community gatherings, launches, family occasions and celebrations.

Advertising

Cultural music performances for brand activations and promotional events.

Corporate Functions

Professional cultural entertainment for business events and functions.

Schools & Churches

Educational, spiritual and community-based cultural performances.

Tourist Destinations

Amahlosi has performed at tourist destinations including Boulders Beach, Jubilee Square in Simon’s Town, the V&A Waterfront and Stellenbosch.

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What Makes Us Unique

Amahlosi focuses on memorable performances, fair service and strong client relationships.

Service After Service

We continue supporting clients after the performance.

Fair Pricing

Our pricing remains fair and reasonable for clients.

Follow-Up

After shows, we check in with clients about their experience.

We Listen

We value client needs, feedback and performance expectations.

Our Journey

A timeline of important milestones and performances in Amahlosi’s history.

2007

The Beginning

Masizakhe Richard Kewana founded the group Zamanani Brothers, now known as Amahlosi Cultural Music Entertainers.

2009

Wedding Performances

The group started performing at various wedding events in and around the Western Cape.

June 2010

FIFA World Cup Fan Fest

Performed six shows at the FIFA 2010 World Cup Fan Fest and at Cape Town International Airport.

Dec 2010

Christmas Carols

Performed Christmas Carols twice at Constantia Village between 22 and 23 December.

Feb 2011

Infecting the City Festival

Performed Amagwijo at Infecting the City Festival at Cape Town Station.

2011

ABSA KKNK National Festival

Performed four shows at the ABSA KKNK National Festival in Oudtshoorn.

2011

Coca-Cola Competition Finalists

Finalists at the Coca-Cola competition during the Simon’s Town Naval Base Festival.

Feb 2014

International Stage Collaboration

Shared a stage with Inchoir from the UK at Guga S’thebe in Langa.

May 2014

Welcoming USA Visitors

Welcomed students and teachers from the USA at Cape Town International Airport.

Sept 2014

Cultural Exchange Workshop

Participated in a cultural exchange workshop with Danish Choir “Papaya” at Guga S’thebe, KwaLanga.

Sept 2014

Cape Town Fringe Festival Launch

Performed live at the launch of the Cape Town Fringe Festival at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre.

Book Amahlosi for Your Event

Bring authentic Isicathamiya Xhosa music to your festival, wedding, corporate function or cultural celebration.