Kamo Mphela, born Kamogelo Mphela, is a South African dancer, singer, and performer known as the “Queen of Amapiano.” She became famous through viral dance videos and is now a major figure in South Africa’s music scene.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Kamogelo Mphela |
| Date of birth | November 29, 1999 |
| Place of birth | Durban or Soweto, South Africa |
| Partner | Single (rumored link to Focalistic, not confirmed) |
| Nationality | South African |
| Occupations | Singer, Dancer |
| Labels | Major League Music / Major League Djz |
| Net worth | Estimated between $150,000 and $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Kamo was born on November 19 or 29, 1999, in Durban, South Africa (sources differ on the exact date). She grew up in Soweto’s Emdeni neighborhood.
Her father worked in media, which exposed her to live performances early on. She attended Kibler Park Secondary School and later studied media at Boston Media House in Sandton.
Career
Kamo Mphela began her career as a dancer, gaining fame through social media in 2019 before transitioning into music. She released her debut EP Twentee in 2019 and collaborated with artists like Busiswa and MFR Souls on hits such as “Amanikiniki,” which topped charts.
Known for blending amapiano with other South African music styles, she earned the title “Queen of Amapiano” for her high-energy performances.
In recent years, she released the 2023 hit “Dalie” with Tyler ICU and Khalil Harrison, which reached number one in South Africa, Malawi, and Zimbabwe and went platinum. She also ventured into acting with a role in the Netflix series How to Ruin Christmas: The Wedding.
In 2024, she dropped the song “Taximan” with Tonton Lusambo and Soa Mattrix.Kamo gained global recognition by joining YouTube’s Black Voices program in 2023 and performing internationally, including in London.
She won Amapiano Artist of the Year and Best Music Video at the 2024 Basadi in Music Awards, alongside nominations at the Metro FM Music Awards and Trace Awards. She continues to promote amapiano worldwide, emphasizing collaboration in the music industry.
Personal Life
Kamo is rumored to be in a relationship with Focalistic, but neither has confirmed this. She is active on social media, with millions of followers.
Kamo Mphela Net Worth
Her estimated net worth ranges between $100,000 and $700,000 as of 2025, earned from performances, endorsements, and music.
Discography
EPs
- Twentee (2019)
Singles
- Suka Emabozeni
- Menemene
- Nkulunkulu
- Thula Thula
- Dubai (feat. Daliwonga, Sizwe Alakine, Tyler ICU)[2021]
- iPiano (with Sha Sha, feat. Felo Le Tee)
- Ghost (feat. Daliwonga, Felo Le Tee)[2022]
- Hannah Montana[2023]
- Umhlolo (feat. Masterpiece YVK, AyaProw & Yumbs)[2023]
- Dalie (with Tyler ICU, Khalil Haris, feat. Baby S.O.N)[2023] – #1 South Africa, Malawi, Zimbabwe (Platinum certified)
- Taximan (with Tonton Lusambo, Soa Mattrix, feat. DJ ANUNNAKI)[2024]
- Khumule (feat. Thebuu & Eltee)[2024]
- Hade Boss (Re-Up) (with DJ Lag, DJ Maphorisa, Robot Boii, feat. 2woshort, Xduppy, K.C Driller, Mr Nation Thingz)[2024]
Featured Appearances
- SBWL (Busiswa feat. Kamo Mphela)[2020]
- Amanikiniki (MFR Souls feat. Kamo Mphela, Bontle Smith, Major League DJz)[2020] – #1 Good Hope FM
- Elon Musk (Da L.E.S feat. Focalistic, Kamo Mphela, Jobe London)
- Lashiteku (Tipcee feat. Kamo Mphela, DJ Tira, Blaqshandis)[2021]
- Woza La (Ms. Cosmo feat. Blxckie, Kamo Mphela, RudeBoyz, Nobantu Vilakazi)[2023]
- VACAY (T.I. feat. Kamo Mphela)[2023]
Awards and Nominations
- Wins:
- Amapiano Artist of the Year (2024 Basadi in Music Awards)
- Best Music Video (2024 Basadi in Music Awards)
- Nominations:
- Metro FM Music Awards (2023)
- Trace Awards (2024)
