Amapiano star Njelic seals slick endorsement deal with Chery
Njelic, real name Tshwanelo Motlhako, is no stranger to topping charts with bangers like Isgubhu, Imali, Wamuhle, and Shesha. But his latest power move off the stage has the industry buzzing just as loudly. Over the weekend, TshisaLIVE caught wind of Njelic's exciting new partnership with Chery Lichtenburg, and the artist says it's one of the biggest milestones of his career.
'This means more convenience and access to spaces and places I never imagined music would take me,' Njelic told TshisaLIVE.
He couldn't stop gushing about the features that won him over in the Chery Tiggo 8 model. 'Oh man. There's so much to love, but I'll mention a few that stole my heart. The vehicle has an air purifier — great for my sinuses — it keeps the air inside fresh and clean. And the wireless CarPlay? Perfect for whoever's on DJ duty during our road trips. The space is also incredible, enough to fit the whole family comfortably.'
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