Brian Temba marks Valentine’s Day with heartfelt Sesotho ballad
Brian Temba, remembered for his role on Muvhango, will release his first Sesotho single, Rato Laka, on February 13, marking a milestone in his music career.
Brian Temba is remembered as Ranthomeng, the soft-spoken, dignified Sesotho man who captured hearts on SABC?2’s soap opera Muvhango.
Through that role, audiences saw his acting brilliance and were reminded of the depth, beauty and emotional resonance of the Sesotho language.
In a full-circle artistic moment more than two decades into an illustrious career, Temba now returns to that language of home, heritage and heart. His single Rato Laka, his first in Sesotho, will be released on February?13, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
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Rato Laka, which translates to My Love, is a tender, soul-stirring R&B ballad that Themba wrote and produced. Known for his timeless love songs, this release marks a personal milestone.
“I’ve written countless love songs, but had never explored love in Sesotho. I wanted to understand how love sounds, feels and breathes in my mother tongue. Singing in Sesotho unlocked something incredibly powerful. It carries emotion differently. Love, in its truest form, is patient, enduring and intentional,” he said.
With his smooth vocals layered over rich, contemporary R&B production, Rato Laka speaks to mature love, the kind that remains when passion fades, and commitment deepens. It is intimate and universal, grounded in African identity while resonating far beyond borders.
To celebrate the release, Temba will embark on a national radio and media tour, with a strong focus on Sesotho-speaking and community radio stations across the country.
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The tour kicks off in Johannesburg, followed by the North West, Bloemfontein and Limpopo. On February?14.
Temba headlines a romantic Valentine’s Day picnic at the Mahikeng Botanical Gardens, serenading couples with Rato Laka and some of his most beloved hits.
“People need to return to loving wholeheartedly. My music is my way of preaching love, not as an idea, but as a practice,” said Temba.
Rato Laka will be available on all digital streaming platforms from February?13.
