Zonke

Quick Facts

Full Name	Zonke
Occupation	Singer-Songwriter
Date Of Birth	Oct 11, 1979(1979-10-11)
Age	45
Birthplace	Port Elizabeth
Country	South Africa
Birth City	Eastern Cape
Horoscope	Libra

Zonke Biography

Zonke is one of the most popular and richest Singer-Songwriter who was born on October 11, 1979 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Zonke Dikana (born 11 Oct 1979) is a South African singer, songwriter, and record producer. After the release of Ina Ethe, her third album which was certified double platinum and nominated for the 18th South African Music Awards, she rose to stardom in 2011. She recorded and released Give and Take Live in 2013. It was certified gold within two months of its release and earned her a spot on Channel O’s “Africa’s Top 10 Female Singers Sensations” list. Zonke’s fifth album, Work of Heart, was released in September 2015. It received critical acclaim. She was nominated for several categories at the Metro FM Music Awards 15th and 22nd South African Music Awards 22nd respectively. Sony Music Entertainment currently has her signed. She released her fifth studio album, LOVE, with Sony Music Entertainment on 15 June 2018.

Zonke recorded and performed her live album, Give and Take Live, on 5 July

2013. The concert was sold out at the Lyric Theatre in Johannesburg. It had been postponed due to the death of Busisiwe Dikana. Zonke, along with the American soul singer Lionel Richie, performed at the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg on 20 March 2016.

In July 2014, Zonke was announced as one of three celebrities to act as judges in the first episode of the X Factor SA which aired on SABC 1 between September to December 2014.

Following the death of Zonke’s older sister Lulu Dikana, Zonke had started working on her fourth studio album titled Work of Heart by releasing “Reach It” and “Meet Me in My Dreams”, the album’s lead singles. In an interview granted to Katlego Mkhwanazi of The Mail & Guardian, Zonke revealed that the album was inspiried by everything that happened to her. The album contains 13 songs and was released on 11 September 2015 through Sony Music Entertainment to critical acclaim. Work of Heart was nominated at the “Best Female Album” and “Best African Pop Album” categories at the 15th Metro FM Music Awards. It also went on to be nominated in five categories at the 22nd South African Music Awards, winning one; and on 14 July 2016, it was certified platinum. E

In June 2011, Zonke quit Kalawa Jamzee to join TMP Records, and began recording Ina Ethe. This was her third studio album. Two lead singles, “Jik’Izinto”, and “Feelings” were released before the album’s release. Ina Ethe was self-produced. It was released by TMP Records to positive reviews. It also went double platinum commercially.

Zonke Net Worth

Zonke is one of the richest Singer-Songwriter from South Africa. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Zonke 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Zonke was born in KwaZakhele (East Cape), South Africa. Vuyisile Dikana was her father and was a drummer in a group called Black Slave and the Flamingo. Anneline Malebo, her stepmother, was a singer in Joy. She graduated from the University of the Free State in 1997 with a degree of Human Resource Management.

Culture Clan released the album Africa in 2003. The album was released in Germany and won awards at the Metro FM Music Awards and Channel O. Zonke’s debut album Soulitary was released by Upper Street Records in Germany. In 2004, she also had distribution in Japan, Italy, and Germany. She released her second album, Life, Love ‘n Musik through Kalawa Jazmee Records in 2007.

On 25 October 2013, Zonke recorded and released a live album through Sony Music Entertainment titled Give and Take Live at the Lyric Theatre, Goldreef City, Johannesburg. The album achieved gold status under two months of its release. Give and Take Live also won two category awards at the 20th South African Music Awards.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Zonke Dating?

According to our records, Zonke is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Zonke’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Zonke Ranked on the list of most popular Singer-Songwriter. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in South Africa. Zonke celebrates birthday on October 11 of every year.

Does Zonke have a child?

NameZonke Dikana
Birthday| October 11
Nationality| South African
Father| Vuyisile Dikana
Children| Noah, Milani

Is Zonke Dikana a pilot?

Multi-award-winning Singer Zonke Dikana has proved that not even the sky is the limit. The Tonight hitmaker is now officially a pilot. She shared a video of herself on Instagram flying a helicopter.

Where is Zonke from?

Gqeberha, South Africa

How much does it cost to book Zonke?

Zonke performed with a live band and already you can expect her booking fee to be high. A source told the publication that the musician charges almost R250 000 for private performances. “Zonke charges R250 000 for private performances.

How do I become a pilot in South Africa?

1. Must be at least 16 years of age.
2. Hold a class 1 or 2 medical certificates.
3. Hold an ICAO language proficiency certificate (if required).
4. Completed an aircraft technical.
5. Completed an Airlaw exam.
6. 2 passport photos.