Fanatic SA joins Inkabi Records after Mduduzi Ncube’s exit

Afro-pop artist and producer, Fanatic SA. Picture: Supplied Inkabi Records has signed a new artist, Fanatic SA, weeks after parting ways with its star artist, Mduduzi Ncube. The label announced this week that Fanatic SA has officially joined its roster.

“Inkabi Records is pleased to announce the official signing of versatile wordsmith Fanatic SA to its star-studded roster. “To mark the signing, Fanatic SA released his debut single ‘Umlabalaba‘, featuring Big Zulu and Olefied Khetha,” the statement read. The label said the song’s title refers to a chessboard or checkers game in local culture.

“The track, titled ‘Umlabalaba’,a term deeply rooted in local culture referring to a chess board or checkers game, delivers a poignant message far removed from competition. “The song serves as a soulful dedication to a secret lover, illustrating the sacred bond of a relationship meant for only two people.” Earlier this month, Inkabi Records confirmed that Mduduzi Ncube had left the label. “As Inkabi Records, we would like to declare that we are officially releasing Mduduzi Ncube from his recording contract, effective 5 March 2026.”