A role model throughout the African continent
Yvonne is adored by the public. Her unique and unmistakable alto voice radiates warmth, reflecting her personable and gracious nature towards her audiences. She passionately expresses, “I love performing for my audiences.” Her accolades include the SAMA, KORA, OKTV, Autumn Harvest, among many others, recognizing her musical excellence.
singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, humanitarian and teacher. Dubbed the “Princess of Africa”, Chaka Chaka has been at the forefront of South African popular music for 35 years
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Yvonne’s life, from the beginning of her meteoric rise in 1985 as a music star of infectious pop melodies and dance music during the height of apartheid, the daughter of Puti and Sophie Machaka, a mother to four boys, entrepreneur, businesswoman, and a philanthropist with the Princess of Africa Foundation.
The recognition from a grateful music industry is evident in the platinum, gold, and silver records that adorn the walls of her studio's reception area.
The recognition from a grateful music industry is evident in the platinum, gold, and silver records that adorn the walls of her studio's reception area.
These accolades include her debut single "I Am in Love with the DJ," along with other notable tracks such as "I Am Burning Up," "I Cry for Freedom," "Makoti," "Motherland," "Be Proud to Be African," "Thank You Mr. DJ," "Bombani," and "Umqombothi," which was featured in the opening scene of the 2005 film "Hotel Rwanda." The enumeration of her achievements is vast and continues to grow.
These accolades include her debut single “I Am in Love with the DJ,” along with other notable tracks such as “I Am Burning Up,” “I Cry for Freedom,” “Makoti,” “Motherland,” “Be Proud to Be African,” “Thank You Mr. DJ,” “Bombani,” and “Umqombothi,” which was featured in the opening scene of the 2005 film “Hotel Rwanda.” The enumeration of her achievements is vast and continues to grow.
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