Nadia Nakai (born May 18, 1990) is a South African Hip Hop recording artist, television presenter and songwriter. She is known for collaborating with numerous artists on popular singles. In January 2016, Nadia Nakai signed to Family Tree Media.

In Nadia’s early career, she gained recognition through her work on numerous mixtapes, which opened the door for her appearance on SABC 1’s Battlestations as a presenter and talent judge. In 2014 Nadia featured on Riky Rick’s “Amantombazane Remix” alongside established Hip Hop acts Okmalumkoolkat, Kwesta, Ginger Trill, Kid X and DJ Dimplez. The single was nominated for a South African Hip Hop Award for Song Of The Year.

In 2015 Nadia featured on Dj Sliqe’s Metro FM Award nominated single, “Do Like I Do Remix” featuring L-tido, Reason, Riky Rick and Flabba. Nadia’s single, “Saka Wena” featuring artist Ice Prince was nominated for the Best Collaboration Award at the South African Hip Hop Awards. Nadia’s follow-up single, “Best” featuring M.I(Agaba) and Victoria Kimani was received positively.

In 2016 she released her first EP, “Bragga” under Family Tree. The EP has 5 songs with features from the likes of Cassper Nyovest, Gemini Major and others.