DJ CNDO has been rocking the decks for more than two decades.
Now, the 42-year-old Cndo from Mandeni, KZN is getting her flowers.
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The DJ, whose real name is Sindisiwe Zungu, is described as the queen and first lady of DJ Tira’s record label, Afrotainment.
Inkasi Experience Music Festival organisers said they will honour her at the show on 19 December.
Cndo said she’s humbled by the recognition.
“When I started this journey, which was dominated by men, I didn’t know I was going to inspire other women.
“Today we have successful female DJs who are doing very well. I’m humbled that my contribution is showing other women that nothing belongs to one gender. This gives me the assurance that I’m the queen. A queen leads and creates opportunities for others,” said Cndo.
She said she’s happy to see more female DJs dominate the industry.
Cndo said although she’s getting older, she has no plans to stop rocking the decks.
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“What I like most about music is that it doesn’t have an age limit.
“I’ll still do what I know best, even in my old age. I’ve survived for years in the industry because I don’t rush things. I don’t compete. I run my own journey,” said Cndo.
The DJ is known for songs such as Ezase Afro Summer Banger and Never Too Late.
She said her hit song Yamnandi Into paved the way for gqom and helped the genre gain recognition.
Inkasi Experience Music Festival organiser Philani “Splash” Ngwenya said they’ll honour Cndo because she’s been an example to other female artists.
“She was brave enough to venture into DJing, an industry that was dominated by men.
“She has humbly served as a good example. She deserves this honour,” said Philani.
The annual Inkasi Experience Music Festival will be held at Princess Magogo Stadium in KwaMashu. Artists including Babes Wodumo, Emtee, Sjava and Goldmax are expected to perform.
