‘A prayer in sound’: Maleh to launch ‘Dithapelo’ album at Market Theatre [WATCH]

Soulful songbird Maleh will be launching her long-awaited new album. ‘Dithapelo, with a once-off live concert at the Market Theatre in Johanesburg at the end of March. Pictures: Instagram and Supplied Celebrated for her genre-defying sound, award-winning songstress Maleh, will bring her long-awaited new album,Dithapelo, to life in a once-off concert at Johannesburg’s iconicMarket Theatre next month.

Set in the heart of Newtown, the Market Theatre stands as one of South Africa’s most storied cultural landmarks. It is a fitting stage for an album that speaks to both personal transformation and collective experience. “This is not just a concert.

It is an invitation into my story, my faith and my healing,” enthused the powerhouse vocalist whose real name is Malehlokoa Hlalele. The concert follows closely on the release ofDithapelo, whose singles have resonated strongly with audiences. The title trackDithapelo, alongside follow-up releasesBabaandUmusa, have drawn widespread acclaim, positioning the album as one of Maleh’s most compelling offerings to date.

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The release of the singleDithapeloin November 2025 marked the beginning of theSAMA winner‘s new chapter of artistic and spiritual rebirth. The song, which means “Prayers” in Sesotho, is a heartfelt reflection on faith, healing and transformation. Maleh’sDithapelotrack features Mzizi, a rising Mosotho artist, whose vocal energy blends seamlessly withMaleh’s soulful tone.

Together, they create a sound that merges Afro-soul, Afro-pop and gospel influences. The track reflects her Basotho roots while embracing a broader, more spiritual musical direction. WithDithapelo, Maleh turns inward, offering listeners a body of work shaped by reflection, prayer and spiritual awakening.

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