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3 days ago
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Tweeting trouble: fans react to Sizwe Dhlomo's claim about K. O's dominance
Sizwe Dhlomo gives rapper K.O his flowers. Image: Instagram Radio personality Sizwe Dhlomo sang rapper KO's praises in a recent tweet. According to Dhlomo, KO has no living competition in the South African hip-hop scene, and fans are agreeing with this assessment. Being a hip hop enthusiast himself, the Kaya 959 radio host took to X and posted: 'KO has no living competition.' Fans have taken to the comment section to express their admiration for K.O, with many agreeing that he is indeed the best rapper in South Africa today. They praise his authenticity, creativity, consistency and commitment to telling stories that need to be told. X user @papizwane2 commented: 'I gotta agree. He continued to drop new music even when SA hip hop was effectively dead! To the point where I don't even know how many hits he has. Endless class' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ I gotta agree. He continued to drop new music even when SA hip hop was effectively dead! To the point where I don't even know which how many hits he has Endless. Class — Dr NGITHE Nginentombi (YMCMB; WWE SABC)✋🏾🙄 (@papizwane2) May 28, 2025 'Catalogue, flow, longevity, relevance, etc. He is light years ahead of the rest in his genre,' said @Chad_mlimo. Catalogue, flow, Longevity, relevance etc. he is light years ahead of the rest in his genre — Zinx💫 (@Chad_mlimo) May 29, 2025 While @JCubez said: 'The man has never stopped since that verse on 'Chance' in 2006 🔥.' The man has never stopped Since that verse on "Chance" in 2006🔥 — Jamie Cubez (@JCubez) May 29, 2025 The 44-year-old rapper's impact in the hip hop game has been undeniable as well as remarkable, with his thought-provoking lyrics and his distinct 'skhanda' flow, his music has resonated with many fans across the country. His ability to tackle complex social issues and tell stories that reflect the experiences of many South Africans has earned him a loyal following. Songs like 'Push It' and 'SETE' showcase his versatility, which has also garnered him global recognition with multiple BET Awards nominations. Additionally, the 'Let Me Cook' hitmaker has been in the industry for over ten years and has managed to keep his relevance and consistency, staying true to hip-hop without flinching. He started out as part of the trio Teargas and even after going solo, he kept producing fire music that still resonates with fans to this day. Not everyone agrees with this assessment, however. Some fans argued that there are other talented rappers in South Africa who could potentially rival K.O's skills and popularity. They point to artists who have also made significant contributions to the local hip hop scene and have a strong following. 'KO? Nah, bro. He is good, but not that good. I know this could sound silly, but Emtee is who I roll with. Nigga is so talented,' said @Uncle_Sbu07 KO? Nah, bro. He is good, but not that good. I know this could sound silly, but Emtee is who I roll with. Nigga is so talented. — Uncle Sbu (@Uncle_Sbu07) May 28, 2025 'Cass did it better than KO, AKA did it better than KO, Prokid did it better than KO and HHP did it better than KO. But big up for him for his longevity,' @cheeseBoySA4 added. Cass did it better than KO AKA did it better than KO Prokid did it better than KO HHP did it better than KO But big up for him for his longevity — Sir Paptaaa (@cheeseBoySA4) May 28, 2025
TimesLIVE
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
A glimpse into Anele Mdoda's engagement party
In April, the couple's families came together to celebrate the occasion with a ceremony known as ukwamkelwa kwabakwenyana, which marks the formal acceptance of the groom by the bride's family. Kaya 959 host Sizwe Dhlomo, a close friend of Anele, shed light on the matter as the family spokesperson. 'We wish these two incredible people an eternal union, filled with love and fulfilment. We look forward to the next phase of their ceremonies as this was the initial step. In African culture a groom never really concludes lobola, but we are pleased the Mgudlwa royal house of the AbaThembu kingdom have honoured ooHlathi in bringing these two together in this dignified traditional process,' he said. According to Khaya Dlanga, also a close friend of Anele, the approach ensures the groom remains committed to the union and maintains a strong relationship with both families. While the lobola negotiations have been finalised, the traditional wedding ceremony will take place at the groom's family home. The couple and their families are excited to move forward with the next phase of their ceremonies, which will include traditional and civil elements. 'To clarify, what took place was not a wedding. It was the final stage of the lobola process, along with a ceremony called ukwamkela abakhwenyana, which is to say the formal acceptance of the groom by the bride's family,' he wrote on X. 'In our isiXhosa custom, lobola is not a one-off payment, even if you can afford to do so. It is supposed to be done in stages and traditionally it is never entirely finished or completed. This is deliberate. It ensures the groom remains present and committed to the union of both families, rather than disappearing once the celebrations are over. 'What happened was the final lobola ceremony and the moment the groom was officially welcomed by Anele's family. In other words, ooMfene were welcoming ooMadiba. 'The traditional wedding has not yet happened because it takes place at the groom's family home. So while the couple are referred to as the bride and groom, this was not the traditional wedding itself.' As the couple celebrates the significant milestone, they have requested that they not be approached for press engagements related to their marriage. The families look forward to the traditional and civil ceremonies, which will further solidify their union.
