Mawelele Releases 16-Track Album Ahead of December Live Tour

Mawelele Releases 16-Track Album Ahead of December Live Tour

South African singer Mawelele has released his new 16-track album, PGLTM (Pretty Girls Listen To Mawelele), as he prepares to take his music to fans across the country on his first live tour this December.

The album was officially released on October 30, 2026, following a special listening event held at Kora in Sandton. The event attracted several entertainment personalities, including Naledi Aphiwe, Donald and Aubrey Qwana.

PGLTM combines soulful R&B and Afro-pop, with songs exploring different stages of love and relationships. Its main themes include forgiveness, reassurance, heartbreak and second chances.

The singer explained that the project took almost a year to complete, describing it as a personal collection of music inspired by his experiences and emotions. He also said he wanted the album to remind people of the importance of love and self-acceptance.

Artists Featured on the Album

The new project features several artists from the African music scene, including Kwesta, Olivetheboy, Nomfundo Moh, Danya Devs, Ndu Browns, Tony Dayimane, Usimamane and Empro.

Some of the featured artists also attended the listening event and performed their contributions to the album.

The collaborations bring different voices and musical styles to the project while keeping its focus on love and relationships.

December Tour Dates Announced

To celebrate the album's release, Mawelele has announced his first South African live tour in partnership with music company gamma. and event organisers Blu Blood.

The first two announced performances will take place in December.

• December 17, 2026: iZulu Theatre, Sibaya Casino, Durban.
• December 19, 2026: Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace, Johannesburg.

The tour is also expected to continue across South Africa over Valentine's weekend in 2027, although additional dates are yet to be announced.

For fans, the tour offers an opportunity to experience songs from the new album live rather than only listening to them on streaming platforms.

With a new collection of music and his first national tour ahead, Mawelele is looking to build on his growing presence in South Africa's R&B and Afro-pop scene.