MaWhoo | Biography Age, Career, Boyfriend, real name, Songs & Net Worth

 Thandeka Ngema (born 16 December 1994), also known as MaWhoo, is a South African musician, model, and songwriter. Her name became a household one after the release of her debut single, ‘Umshado,’ a collaboration with Heavy-K that resonated with music enthusiasts across South Africa.  

Mawhoo, real name Nontobeko Thandeka Ngema, is a multi-talented South African Amapiano singer-songwriter, actress, and model. Beyond her budding music career, she actively advocates against gender-based violence. This article highlights all you need to know about her rise and influence in the entertainment industry.  

Mawhoo began singing at eleven years old but had to finish school before pursuing her passion professionally. After graduating from UNISA, she entered the music scene in 2018. She has since collaborated with some of SA's biggest stars, including Master KG on Ngiyamthanda, DJ Maphorisa and Visca on Shona Kwelanga, and Sam Deep on Thokoza

MaWhoo Age 

On December 16, 1994, in Eshowe, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, she was born. She will be 29 years old in 2023, and she will celebrate her birthday on December 16 each year.

MaWhoo Career 

At 11 years old, Mawhoo took her music to a local radio station, but they refused to promote it because she was too young. She decided to continue with her education while doing modelling with Tranquil Models agency. 

She also worked with Model Dynamics Agency in 2014 before appearing in a short film called Amalobolo (2017) alongside Okmalumkoolkat. She told Fashion Today that her appearance in the movie gave her the experience she needed to be creative on camera.

 In 2018, Mawhoo joined the Mabala Noise record label and released her debut song, Ngiyamthanda Umnganwam ft Corruption Boyz, in late 2018. She later released the hit single Umshado ft Heavy-K in 2019. 

She left the label and started to release independent music in 2021 with her sister as her manager. 

The singer released her first Extended Playlist, What A Time to Be Alive, in late 2022. The EP featured artists like DJ Maphorisa, Sam Deep, Kabza De Small, and Major League DJz. Her debut studio album, The Chosen, came out in August 2023. Her second EP, The Sound of Magic, was released on April 5, 2024 

MaWhoo Songs 

1. Ngiyamthanda
2.  Thokoza 
3. Inkanyezi
4.  Asishade 
5. Kulula 
6. Ngeke 
7. Sibani 
8. Sezwe 
9. Emhlabeni 
10. Amasango 
11. Umshado 
12. Buya  

MaWhoo Net Worth 

The Umshado hitmaker is estimated to be worth between $200,000 and $1 million, according to various online sources, including Buzz South Africa and The City Celeb. Music is her main source of income.