The Glamour Women of the Year Awards 2024 celebrated South African trailblazers on November 23, with singer and performer Makhadzi taking home the Entertainer Game Changer Award. Overjoyed by the recognition, Makhadzi shared her heartfelt gratitude on social media:
“Your 2024 GLAMOUR WOMAN OF THE YEAR. ENTERTAINER GAME CHANGER goes to MAKHADZI. Everyone knows my story; it all started from the streets to taking all the awards. I am here to tell a story through my journey—to all my village girls: when the time is right, we are going to win and change the game, and the time is now.”
Makhadzi’s recognition comes on the heels of another milestone: her hit song “Mapara,” featuring Babethe Gaoshazen, recently won Popular SA Song on Social Media at the South African Social Media Awards.
Singer and dancer Kamo Mphela was honoured as the Musician Game Changer. Expressing her gratitude, she said:
“Glamour Music Game Changer Award Women of the Year 2024—I’m super grateful and blessed to be part of something bigger than myself, something that speaks to all women, girls, and legends. Thank you for your continued love and support.”
Award-winning DJ and entrepreneur DJ Zinhle received the Editor’s Award. Reflecting on the achievement, she shared:
“Honored to receive the Woman of the Year Editor’s Award! This is not just my win—it’s OURS. To every ERAbyDJZinhle and Hair Majesty customer, supporter, and believer: thank you for being the heartbeat of this journey. Together, we’re building a legacy of strength, style, and connection. Here’s to us!”
The prestigious event was a star-studded affair, with appearances by Kim Jayde, Khosi Twala, Leleti Khumalo, Nomalanga Shozi, and Kayise Ngqula.
