Famous South African R&B and Afro-soul singer Zonke recently thrilled fans with a performance of her biggest hits at Silverstar’s Square.

According to Silverstar’s communications manager, Chanelle Wilmot, proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to various charities and community projects in Mogale City, one of them being The Tower of Life Men’s Shelter, a project run by The Bethany House Trust.

“The shelter provides emergency overnight accommodation and support. It aims to help vulnerable, homeless and destitute men in Mogale City by creating opportunities for sustainable livelihoods,” Chanelle said.

Fans joined Zonke in singing along to her chart-toppers Jik’Izinto and Feelings, enjoying a lively evening filled with laughter, dancing and good music – described as the perfect night of entertainment for a worthy cause.

According to her official website, zonkedikana.co.za, Zonke was born in KwaZakhele, Eastern Cape, into a family deeply rooted in music. Her father was a drummer for the groups Black Slave and The Flamingo, while her late stepmother, Anneline Malebo, was a member of the band Joy.

She is the younger sister of fellow music artist Lulu Dikana and graduated from the University of the Free State in 1997 with a degree in human resource management.