Mum Pat Nkonyeni is leaving a mark in the music industry

Pic: Mum Pat Nkonyeni

Known for her soothing and healing gospel music, Mum Pat Nkonyeni is undoubtedly one of the best gospel artist South Africa is proud of. Later this year, people were surprised after she scooped four awards at KZN Namunhla. The awards includes “The Best Gospel Song of the Year”, 2. “The Best Gospel Composer, “The Best Gospel Worship Song” and was honored by “KZN Namuhla Artists Ambassador Award”

“This is the biggest achievement ever in my lifetime. I feel blessed and serve an an example to all upcoming artists. It all needs courage, love for music and appreciation to all people who support my music. I joined Kumisa (an organisations that supports artists, managers, producers and other stakeholders in the music industry) and am also happy now to be a full member of SAMRO, Risa, Cappaso and Sampra and thanks to Kumisa ”, she said.

Mum Pat expressed the words of gratitude to KZN Namuhla. She has been nominated for the second time again in KZN. The awards are founded by Sakhie Intombi yesmanje manje who is a gospel artist, dancer, radio presenter and entertainer who used to imitate the late Brenda Fassie.

“I started this awards in order to promote upcoming artist and help them with their profiles as it is important in terms of getting employment in the municipality. I started Maskandi Awards in 2024 and Mum Pat showed her potential gospel music by winning “Best Gospel of the Year” award. I also conduct workshops to impart my knowledge of music to the artists. I am glad to see Mum Pat joining the 2026 awards contending for “Best Songs of the Year” award”, he said.

Fans of Mum Pat can expect lots and great music coming up. It’s all because of all the support of all people behind the scenes to the fans worldwide.