Making Music That Ignites with Zolani Mahola

Wasafiri Africa Podcast · Dec 16, 2025 · 1h 2m

Formerly known as Port Elizabeth, Qberha is a port city located on the southeastern of South Africa, by the Indian Ocean. It is the pot of gold at the end of the stunning Garden Route, that winds its way along the Cape Coast.

Also known as the friendly city, Qberha, boasts blue flag beaches, great weather throughout the year, and ranks high as a magnate for foreign direct investment in Sub-Sharan Africa.

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Ruth is immediately enthralled by Zolani Mahola’s music origin story in Freshly Ground. Much like a scripted movie, Zolani started singing with the band after being spotted by one of its…