Arthur Mafokate Biography

Arthur Mafokate is a SoutAfrican musician and music producer who is popularly known as ‘King of Kiwaito’the founder of the 999 Music Label, a privately owned company producing top and upcoming musicians of all genres.

Arthur Mafokate Early Life

Mafokate was born on 10th July 1962 in Gauteng, Soweto. He is the son of Enos Mafokate a philanthropist and Olympic Equestrian, his family later moved to Midrand. He became a backing dancer for artists including Brenda Fassie, Monwa & Son and Johnny Mokhali

Arthur Mafokate Career

He started as a backup dancer for several artists who were on the spot then. He would dance to Johnny Mokhali, Brenda Fassie, and Monwa Son’s music. This exposure made him realize his love for music.

It also helped him build his gut to sing. In 1995, he worked on his first hit, which he called Kaffir. The song highlighted the changes that the country was glad to enjoy after there were changes politically in 1994.

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The lyrics of the song mainly focused on the new democratic election system and the new constitution that had just been implemented. The title of the song was also symbolic.

It depicted the racial discrimination in the country. The term Kaffir would be used to refer to black people.
After releasing his first hit that did so well, Mafokate embarked on working, and within a very short period, he had already done his first album, which he named Kaffir.

He has so far done seven more Kwaito albums.
Kwaito music has a good market in South Africa and beyond. Arthur Mafokate songs have therefore earned him credit, especially since he is among the first artist to perform Kwaito music.

Arthur Mafokate Age

He was born on 10th July 1962 in Gauteng, Soweto, South Africa. Mafokate celebrates his birthday on 10th July every month.

Arthur Mafokate Family

Dad

He is the son of Enos Mafokate, a South African showjumper and founder of a riding school.

Wife

He has kept his family life private and therefore, very little details about his family are known, for instance,  details of his children. He is a father of three. Two of his kids are girls; Kelello Mafokate and Owami Mafokate. The third child is a boy. His name is Arthur Mafokate Junior.

Son

His son Arthur Mafokate Junior is a DJ. The young DJ has created his brand of entertainment and signature performances, including setting himself on fire while performing. AJ also presents Skull Candy Dance Nights on community radio station Mix FM on Sundays.

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Arthur Mafokate Salary

Details about his salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much he makes will be updated as soon as it is available.

Arthur Mafokate Net Worth

As a successful singer, there is no doubt he earns a good salary and has been able to accumulate good net worth. However, his exact net worth has not yet been revealed but the information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Arthur Mafokate Awards and Nominations

He was the first artist to win the South African Music Awards category of The Song Of The Year.

At the 2007 FNB South African Music Awards, he was recognized for his contribution to this new generation of music.

In 2016, he was honored at the 2016 South African Metro FM Music Awards with the Lifetime Achievement Award for recognition of his 22-year-old successful entertainment career.

Arthur Mafokate Album

» Kaffir
» Die Poppe Sal Dans
» Oyi Oyi
»Yiyo
»Farewell
» Kwaito: South African Hip Hop
» Haai Bo
» Phezulu

Arthur Mafokate Songs

»Oui Oyi
»Ayaphanda
»Kaffir
»Vuvuzela
»Pule pule
»Die Poppe Sal Dans
»Khauleza
»Yiyo Lendawo
»Owami

»Piki Piki
»Gibela Phezulu
»Kofifi
»Malume
»Ezishisayo
»Manysa
»Ekasi
»Sekele
»Thulul’ Umoya
»Tsotsi

»Seven Phezulu
»Choose
»Oyi, Oyi
»Haai Bo
» Chomi
»Zombo
»I like the way
»Twalatsa
» Sika Lekhekhe

»President
»Music is my game
»Vuvuzela Remix President music video
»I like the way featuring Lond
» Daai Ding
»You make me go mmm
»Daai Dang
»TWALATZA
»Kwaito
»Sikkelekeke

»Poppe Dans
»Cellular
»Die Pope Sal Danse
»Arthur & Kelly Khumalo – Nguye Lo
»Mnike Remix
»Celebrate (Good Times) feat Thiwe
»Oyi Oyi(maestro Mix)
»Yenza K’phela
»Madiba Skit – Kwaito (2)
»Julie Maak My Mal
»K’sala Abasalayo
»Madiba Skit
»Bang’ umsindo
»Sika Lekhekhe (2006 remix)

Frequently Asked Questions About Mafokate

Who is Mafokate?

He is a South African musician and music producer who is the founder of the 999 music label.

How old is Mafokate?

The South African national was born on 10th July 1962.

How tall is Mafokate?

He is of average height.

Is Mafokate married?

No, he is not married but he has children.

How much is Mafokate worth?

He has not shared any information about his wealth. This information will be updated as soon as it’s available.

How much does Mafokate make?

Arthur has never revealed any details concerning his earnings, once he does,we’ll update this information.

Where does Mafokate live?

He prefers to keep his personal life out of the limelight and there’s absolutely no information about his current residence. This section will be updated as soon as it’s available.

Is Mafokate dead or alive?

He is still alive and in good health.

Where is Mafokate now?

He is working on his songs.

What happened to Mafokate?

He was accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend.

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