Ntokozo Mbambo

Ntokozo Mbambo, born in Umlazi, South Africa, is a notable singer-songwriter who rose to fame as the lead singer of the gospel group Joyous Celebration at age 15. She debuted as a judge on "I Want to Sing Gospel" in 2014 and "Idols SA" in 2021. Mbambo boasts numerous accolades, including 5 South African Music Awards and 6 African Gospel Music Awards. She obtained degrees in Information Technology and Education. Her studio albums include "Bambelela" (2001), "Filled" (2012), "Spirit and Life" (2015), and "Lavish Worship" (2023), the latter winning multiple awards. Recently, she performed the South African National Anthem for the Springboks in July 2024, and she married music producer Nqubeko Mbatha in 2008. In December 2024, she welcomed a daughter.