Sho Madjozi, whose real name is Maya Christinah Xichavo Wegerif, was born on May 9, 1992, in Shirley Village, Elim, Limpopo, South Africa. She grew up in the village where her parents were both underpaid teachers. Her mother is of African descent and her father is of European descent.
Education
Madjozi attended Sacred Heart Catholic School in Thohoyandou for her primary education. She then attended high school at Craigieburn Secondary School in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, where she was part of the drama club.
Madjozi later received a Bachelor’s degree in African Studies and Political Science from Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts, United States.
Career
Madjozi started her career as a writer and rapper, but she eventually transitioned to being a singer. In 2017, she released her debut single “Dumi HiPhone” which quickly became a viral hit in South Africa.
Her career took off in 2018 with the release of her debut EP “Limpopo Champions League”. The EP featured the hit songs “Huku” and “Wakanda Forever” which earned her praise across South Africa and internationally.
In 2019, Madjozi won the Best New International Act award at the BET Awards, becoming the first South African female artist to win the award. Later that year, she released her debut album “Limpopo Champions League” which included all her previously released singles as well as new songs.
Madjozi has collaborated with many artists including Nigerian artists Yemi Alade and Burna Boy, American rapper Yung Baby Tate, and Congolese singer-songwriter Innoss’B.
Discography
Here is a list of Sho Madjozi’s discography:
| Release Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Dumi HiPhone (Single) |
| 2018 | Limpopo Champions League (EP) |
| 2019 | Limpopo Champions League (Album) |
If you want to listen to Sho Madjozi’s music, you can visit her profile on Boomplay.
Personal Life
Madjozi keeps her personal life private and there is no information about her marital status.
Cars and House
There is no information about Madjozi’s cars and house.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Sho Madjozi’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million. In South African Rand, her net worth is around R14 million, and in Nigerian Naira, it is around 410 million Naira. In Canadian Dollars, her net worth is around CAD 1.25 million, and in Ghanaian Cedi, it is around GHS 5.8 million. In Kenyan Shillings, her net worth is around KES 110 million, in Ugandan Shillings, it is around UGX 3.8 billion, and in Indian Rupee, it is around INR 73 crore.
Overall, Sho Madjozi has made a significant impact on the music industry in South Africa and is rapidly gaining international attention. Through her unique sound and style, Madjozi continues to break boundaries and inspire young artists all over the world.