South African music powerhouse DJ Zinhle has announced her latest musical venture—a collaboration with “Big Brother Mzansi: Umlilo” Season 5 winner, Akhonamathemba “Sweet Guluva” Zwane. The much-anticipated single, titled “Sweet Guluva,” is set for release on June 6 and features acclaimed vocalist Nokwazi, rising star Ndloh, and Sweet Guluva himself.
Zinhle revealed that the collaboration was inspired by nostalgia and admiration for the reality TV star. In a heartfelt TikTok video, the award-winning DJ shared that she attended school with Sweet Guluva’s mother, Bongiwe Zwane, and reached out to support the young star after his BBM win.
“I spoke to his mother about how I could help him, and the idea of a collaboration came up,” Zinhle said.
The track, already ready for release, promises to be a vibrant celebration of Sweet Guluva’s meteoric rise. Blending catchy beats with powerful vocals, “Sweet Guluva” is tipped to dominate charts and airwaves. Its lyrics, primarily in isiZulu, chronicle the reality star’s journey to stardom and the nation’s love for his charisma.
One standout line, “Umuntu onjani lona? Uhlanyisa umhlaba wonke madoda” translates to “What type of person is this, who makes the whole world go wild?”—a lyrical homage to Sweet Guluva’s unforgettable impact on South African viewers.
His charming, down-to-earth personality earned him widespread admiration during his stint in the Big Brother house, culminating in a R2 million grand prize win. Since then, he’s expressed a desire to explore all corners of the media industry, including music.
“I want to do it all—TV, music, everything,” Sweet Guluva told Independent Media Lifestyle in a post-win interview.
With Zinhle’s track record of chart-topping anthems and Sweet Guluva’s massive fan base, the collaboration is a promising fusion of talent and timing.
However, the release hasn’t been without controversy. Some social media users have expressed skepticism about the collaboration’s musical direction—especially the chorus.
On X (formerly Twitter), user @LinsukaZ quipped:
“So 4 people sat together in studio and decided this is something that would be worth listening to 🤣🤣 nah man.”
Despite the mixed reactions, anticipation remains high as fans await the full song drop. Whether it becomes a viral hit or sparks debate, “Sweet Guluva” is sure to be one of the most talked-about collaborations this season.
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