Nakhane is a Singer, Songwriter, instrumentalist, Author and Actor from South Africa. He was born Nakhane Mahlakahlaka on 3 February 1988.

He studied the trombone classically in primary school, while dabbling in other instruments like the piano and steel drums. He picked up the guitar at the age of 19.

His debut album ‘Brave Confusion’ earned him multiple nominations at the 2014 South African Music Awards, eventually earning him a Best Alternative Act win.

Nakhane is also notable for being one of South Africa’s few openly gay pop stars.

His sophomore offering ‘You Will Not Die’ was released in 2018.