Nandi Madida recently expressed her heartfelt gratitude to everyone who came out to support her husband, Zakes Bantwini, as he celebrated an impressive 20 years in the entertainment and music industry. Taking to Instagram, Nandi shared her joy and appreciation, saying, “My heart is full. Yesterday was a full house of love, joy, and appreciation of @Zakesbantwini’s legacy in his hometown Durban at the ICC. 20 years in the game (I just realized now that I’ve been with you for 11 of those 20 years) still being relevant to different generations from all walks of life is such a blessing. I know your mom and dad are proud of you in heaven. You did THAT! Thank you ALL for coming! Thank you to Zakes’s team that pulled this off, a special mention to my brother @sibo_the_zulu who I’ve known since high school. Thank you to all the incredible performers and amazing MCs! We had fun Durban, our hometown! What a night, filled with special memories. #Zakes20years. Photo and video credit: our tribe who were in attendance.”
Zakes Bantwini also took to Instagram to share his appreciation for the overwhelming support, stating, “What a remarkable experience. Thank you Durban for allowing me to share this milestone in my career with you! 20 years of working in the music industry has been nothing but the most thrilling experience! Thank you to my team, my wife and friends, together with all the artists that came to support. I truly appreciate it.”
The celebration, held on July 5th at the Durban ICC, was a night to remember. It featured a stellar lineup of celebrity guests, including Minnie Dlamini, Boity Thulo, and Lebo M, all there to honor Zakes Bantwini’s significant contributions to the music industry. The event was a perfect blend of nostalgia and excitement, marking two decades of Zakes Bantwini’s remarkable journey in music.
