Sho Madjozi’s announcement that her upcoming album, Limpopo Champions League Vol 2, will be her last has left fans stunned, as she reveals her departure from the music industry. The award-winning artist explained that while she is deeply grateful for her music career, she feels she has made the cultural and social statements she intended. Having addressed significant issues related to culture, language, identity, and gender through her work, Sho Madjozi feels it’s time to explore other creative outlets. Her decision to retire from music isn’t just about stepping away but refocusing her energy on new projects, particularly in filmmaking.
One of her major pursuits will be documentary-making. Sho Madjozi expressed her desire to document aspects of culture and history that are meaningful to her, with plans already in motion, including securing funding for her first documentary. With her background in education and various interests, she aims to expand her work into this new realm, exploring topics that go beyond music. For fans and critics alike, her move to filmmaking represents a natural evolution, as she has always used her platform to amplify important cultural narratives.
Despite her music exit, Sho Madjozi remains active and recently released a new song, Kadigong, in which she showcases her multilingual abilities, particularly her fluency in Chichewa. The song has sparked intrigue among South African listeners, who have enjoyed the rhythm and flow but were curious about the meaning behind the lyrics. In a video explanation, Sho Madjozi took the opportunity to provide insight into the song’s deeper message, reinforcing her ongoing commitment to cultural representation even as she moves on from the music scene.
