AFTER fighting for the number one spot for weeks, Mikhale Jones was named the winner of MTN Pulse Virals.
The six episodes run on Channel O and Mzansi Magic had Mikhale walking away with a prize package valued at R200 000.
The show that was hosted by Siya Metane popularly known as Slikour wasn't just another talent show, but it was meant to equip the contestants with essential business knowledge needed to succeed in the music industry led by mentors with experience in the space.
Commenting on her win, Jones said she had been overwhelmed with the support from the public on social media and experienced in public during the run of the show.
"I was excited to be selected as one of the contestants from the hundreds of entrants that came in, but I wasn't prepared for the support I got from people watching the show.
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"Now, having won, I'm taking everything I've learnt and gained from this competition, especially that prize package, and using it to build a team who sees my vision and helps me execute it to take my career to the next level," she said.
She said they worked with an incredible array of judges and mentors such as Yanga Chief, Ayanda MVP, DJ PH, Focalistic, Tresor, Majorsteez and so many more during MTN Pulse Virals.
"While their feedback and critiques were invaluable, so was my self cav. That means not only knowing your strengths, but?also knowing your weaknesses. Understanding who you are, and also trusting that no one knows you better than you," she said.
Slikour said as a music publication, SlikourOnLife receives a significant volume of submissions from aspiring musicians seeking a breakthrough in the industry.
"We strive to cover as many of these submissions as possible, but we wanted to come up with a way in which to reach as many of these potential future stars," he said.
MTN's General Manager for the Prepaid Segment, Seun Soladoye, shared the vision of offering South Africa's youth opportunities for internships, mentorships, and skill development in various fields, including music.
