She was born in Kwa-Zulu Natal in the township of Umlazi, she has grown into a well-rounded Songstress in her own right. In May 2008 she married music maestro, Mr Nqubeko Mbatha, and they are now based in the hub of South Africa; Johannesburg.
Her singing career was introduced to the world by her Parents (Mr and Mrs J Mbambo) who gave her the platform to sing in the church worship team.
At the age of 15 she was the youngest member to join the sensational Gospel group “Joyous Celebration”.
Stokvel Talk spoke to Ntokozo Mbambo about her nomination for the SAMA awards. “i’m pleased that i managed to be nominated in two categories and it shows that when you work hard, you will be rewarded”. She told us that she is ready for the big night even though she is competitng alongside talented Benjamin Dube. The Gospel Queen was nominated in the Best Contemporary Faith Music Album and also the Best Live Audiovisual recording. Household musical names like Jimmy Dludlu and Pastor Benjamin Dube will be competing against the Kwazulu Natal born singer. “Joyous celebration was one of the music gropus that helped to shape my career”. Joyous celebration helped to groom Ntokozo as she joined them at an early age and also her husband played a great role influencing her musical direction.
