Headline: South African Musician Makhadzi Wins Best Dancer Award at Trace Awards in Zanzibar

 Headline: South African Musician Makhadzi Wins Best Dancer Award at Trace Awards in Zanzibar

South African award-winning musician and performer **Makhadzi** has once again made the nation proud by winning the **Best Dancer Award** at the **2025 Trace Awards** held in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The *Ghanama* hitmaker took to social media to celebrate her achievement, thanking her fans, known as the *Khadzinators*, for their unwavering support.  

### **Makhadzi’s Big Win**  

The Trace Awards, held at the Mora Resort in Zanzibar on **2 February 2025**, celebrated the best in African and diaspora music. Makhadzi’s electrifying dance moves and stage presence earned her the coveted **Best Dancer Award**, solidifying her status as one of Africa’s most dynamic performers.

  

In an Instagram post, Makhadzi expressed her gratitude, writing:  

*“Congratulations Khadzinators 🎉🥂🍾, GOD DID! YOU MADE IT FOR ME. BLESSINGS ON TOP OF BLESSINGS, we started our beautiful year with a BIG achievement. Thank you for your love and support ❤️. @traceawards thank you for making sure we shine like sunflowers 🌻 all the time 🕰️. I traveled 9 hours to fetch it and I found it clean and beautiful.”*  

### **Other South African Winners**  

Makhadzi wasn’t the only South African artist to shine at the Trace Awards. PR guru **Melanie Ramjee** shared with Briefly News that other local talents also took home prestigious awards:  

- **Song of the Year**: The unstoppable duo **Tito & Yuppe** won for their chart-topping anthem *Tswhala Bam*, a global dancefloor sensation.  

- **Best Artist Southern Africa**: Hitmaker **Tyler ICU** was recognized as the region’s most influential artist of the year.  

### **Fans Celebrate Makhadzi’s Achievement**  

Social media users flooded Makhadzi’s post with congratulatory messages, celebrating her hard work and dedication. Here’s what some fans had to say:  

- **@pat_perfect_beauty_palace**: “You are a hard worker; today you can finally enjoy your dream.”  

- **@jaykhalo**: “Well done & congratulations, our gorgeous Mukororo.”  

- **@virginiasefume**: “Congratulations Makhadzi, thank you for raising Mzansi.”  

- **@dineoolamilehin**: “Well deserved, queen. Congratulations.”  

### **Makhadzi’s Rising Stardom**  

Makhadzi’s win at the Trace Awards adds to her growing list of accolades. In **July 2024**, she won the **BET Award for Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act**, a milestone she celebrated with an emotional speech about her humble beginnings.  

She shared:  

*“I'm so happy. I started making and selling my music in the streets, and today, I'm here; my dream came true. All I can say is, 'It's possible, black child, you can make it.' This is the best birthday ever!”*  

In **November 2024**, Makhadzi was honored with the **Entertainment Game Changer Award** at the **Glamour Women of The Year Awards**, further cementing her influence in the entertainment industry.  

### **A Star Who Inspires**  

Makhadzi’s journey from selling her music on the streets to winning international awards is a testament to her talent, resilience, and determination. Her success continues to inspire aspiring artists, especially young women from rural areas, proving that dreams can come true with hard work and perseverance.  

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