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CIZA, born Nkululeko Nciza, is an Afrohouse DJ, songwriter, and producer at the forefront of Africa’s next musical wave. With his upcoming album CIZA’s Palace, he is leading a new era of AfroAfrohouse most sought-after Afrohouse DJs, driving the global rise of the 3-step sound. He first broke onto the scene with “Bank Notification” and “Adje,” but it was the chart-dominating “Isaka (6am)” that cemented his status as a breakout force. The record spent 10 consecutive weeks at #1 on South African radio and has amassed over 140 million streams worldwide. Its follow-up remix, featuring Tems and Omah Lay, added another 50 million streams and expanded his global reach. CIZA’s impact has been recognized internationally. He is a winner of the AFRIMA Breakout Artiste of the Year, part of Apple Music’s Africa Rising Class of 2026, and recipient of the GQ Man of the Year, Breakout Star Award. From sold-out performances across Europe and India to commanding some of the world’s most iconic dance floors, CIZA continues to push African electronic music onto the global stage. With his upcoming album CIZA’s Palace, he is leading a new era of Afrohouse rooted in unity, cultural pride, and worldwide appeal

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