DJ Hot Kenya takes listeners on a nostalgic journey with “Best of Ntombi Marhumbini and Girlie Mafura Mixtape,” a retro compilation celebrating the music of two influential South African voices. The mix brings together memorable sounds from the vintage disco, bubblegum pop, and Xitsonga music era.

The compilation shines a light on Ntombi Marhumbini and Girlie Mafura, whose music became part of the dance culture that spread across Southern and East Africa. Their songs carried the energetic character of the era, combining catchy melodies with rhythms made for packed dancefloors.

DJ Hot Kenya keeps that spirit alive through a lively selection of old-school records. Fast electronic basslines, distinctive high-pitched vocals, and infectious dance rhythms give the mixtape its unmistakable retro character.

The mixtape also serves as a bridge between generations. By bringing these classic recordings back into circulation, DJ Hot Kenya introduces younger listeners to an important chapter in African popular music while giving longtime fans a chance to revisit familiar favourites.

For anyone drawn to vintage African dance music, “Best of Ntombi Marhumbini and Girlie Mafura Mixtape” offers a nostalgic trip through an era defined by colourful sounds, energetic performances, and timeless grooves.

Official Tracklist Highlights

The mixtape spans an array of definitive hits, organized to alternate smoothly between both artists:

1. Ntombi Marhumbini — Gele
2. Ntombi Marhumbini — Wa Chatha
3. Ntombi Marhumbini — Phahla Sikwembu
4. Ntombi Marhumbini — Xibiyana
5. Ntombi Marhumbini — Ntaphazama
6. Girlie Mafura — Tshika
7. Ntombi Marhumbini — Jonas
8. Girlie Mafura — Jimisoni
9. Girlie Mafura — Masela
10. Girlie Mafura — Wa Dla Ngabo
11. Girlie Mafura — Khigala
12. Girlie Mafura — Nta Ku Lovolela
13. Girlie Mafura — Siya Funda
14. Ntombi Marhumbini — Uya Ngi Jwayela
15. Ntombi Marhumbini — Bovoza (Versions 1 & 2)
16. Ntombi Marhumbini — Skoni