The Mayonie Productions DJ and producer delivered a standout set at Truth Nightclub, sharing the bill with leading names in African electronic music.
Drega made his presence felt at DESCENDANTS Johannesburg on Sunday, 11 October 2026, delivering a standout performance at Truth Nightclub that reinforced his growing profile within South Africa’s electronic music scene.
Representing Mayonie Productions, the Eastern Cape-born DJ and producer joined a lineup featuring Sun-El Musician, Boddhi Satva, Goldmax, W4DE, Buddynice and Rosetta D33P, among others.
A Celebration of African Electronic Music
Returning to Johannesburg, DESCENDANTS brought its New York-rooted music experience to one of the city’s established clubbing venues for a gathering centred on African electronic music and culture.
The lineup brought together artists from across the dance music spectrum, giving audiences an opportunity to experience the different sounds and approaches shaping the scene.
Among the day’s performances, Drega distinguished himself with a set that placed him firmly in the conversation, earning recognition alongside an accomplished roster of selectors.
From Dutywa to the DESCENDANTS Decks
Born Yanga Mzimkhulu Zodala in Dutywa in the Eastern Cape, Drega has been developing his production craft since 2015. His sound draws on Afro House and Afro Tech, combining African rhythms with layered electronic textures and soulful elements.
His catalogue includes collaborations such as “Sfede” with Thandi Draai, “Ezizweni” with Simmy and “Yebba’s Heartbreak” with Skywanda. These releases provide a broader picture of the musical identity behind his appearance at Truth: a producer comfortable working across vocal collaborations and club-focused electronic music.
At DESCENDANTS, the focus shifted to his presence behind the decks, where his performance added another notable moment to that journey.
Flying the Flag for Mayonie Productions
Drega’s appearance also brought Mayonie Productions into the spotlight on a bill celebrating the depth of African electronic music talent.
Sharing a platform with established figures and emerging voices, he demonstrated his ability to make an impression within a strong lineup. His set was a reminder that the scene’s momentum comes from both the records artists release and the connections they build with audiences through live performance.
For Drega, DESCENDANTS Johannesburg marked another opportunity to bring his sound to a wider audience—and a performance that gave listeners fresh reason to follow his next move.
