A Tri-Nation Collaboration
Limpopo, South Africa – Following the massive success of “Chokeslam,” trailblazing Lekompo artist Kharishma returns with a powerful and unifying new single titled “Dumelang”, featuring Sannere. The track is produced by the highly underrated Buddysax and rising talent DJ Angelo.
A Musical Conversation Across Borders
“Dumelang” serves as a musical dialogue between a South African woman (Kharishma) and a Lesotho man (Sannere). The song explores themes of longing, resilience, and connection, speaking to the shared struggles of South Africa, Botswana, and Lesotho.
A Soundtrack of Struggle and Hope
Driven by hunger, drought, and economic hardship, Kharishma expresses a desire to explore beyond her homeland. Set against a rich, genre-bending beat, the song becomes both personal and pan-African, using sound as a vehicle for storytelling and solidarity.
Kharishma: Music as a Movement
With “Dumelang,” Kharishma once again transforms music into a movement for unity. Known for pioneering the Lekompo genre, she continues to build cultural bridges, amplify unheard voices, and challenge geographic and musical boundaries.
About Kharishma
A Voice From Limpopo With Global Ambitions
Kharishma (Melita Ribane) is a dynamic vocalist, songwriter, and performer from Limpopo, South Africa. She’s at the forefront of Lekompo, a vibrant blend of traditional Limpopo rhythms, Afrobeat, and modern house.
Breakout Success with “Chokeslam”
At just 20 years old, Kharishma captured national attention when her single “Chokeslam”, produced by Ba Bethe Gashoazen, won Song of the Year on both Thobela FM and Capricorn FM. The song went viral on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, elevating Lekompo to a broader audience.
Cultural Storytelling Through Sound
Kharishma’s discography features hits like “Matome,” “Sekoloto,” and “Lesibana”, known for blending catchy hooks with deep cultural storytelling. Her mission: to take Lekompo from regional sound to global genre, putting the rhythms of Limpopo on the world stage.
