About Insingizi
Voices from Bulawayo • Harmony for the World
A Philosophy in Every Note
There is a saying in isiNdebele: “Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu.”
A person becomes a person through other people.
Born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Insingizi is a remarkable vocal harmony trio that carries the traditions of mbube and isicathamiya music to audiences across the world.
With only three voices they create a sound so full and layered that listeners often believe they are hearing an entire choir.
The Voices
Ramadu
Vocals & Percussion
Vusa Mkhaya
Vocals
Blessings Nqo Nkomo
Vocals & Shakers
From Bulawayo to the World
In Zimbabwe people say “indawo enhle yenza abantu bahlangane.” A good place brings people together.
For Insingizi that place was Bulawayo, the cultural heartbeat of Matabeleland.
Their harmonies grew from churches, community gatherings, and township performances that shaped their distinctive sound.
Mbube & Isicathamiya
Insingizi belongs to a proud lineage of southern African vocal harmony traditions rooted in mbube and isicathamiya music.
From Zimbabwe to the World
250k+
Albums Sold
20+
Countries Performed
30+
Years of Harmony
1000+
Concerts Worldwide
Musical Partnerships
Hans Theessink
Dutch blues legend known for blending acoustic blues with global musical traditions.
MoZuluArt
A genre-blending ensemble combining African vocal traditions with classical music influences.
International Broadcasts
Featured on BBC, PBS, ARTE, ORF and ARD documentaries and cultural programs.
A Voice of Hope
Through decades of performing, recording and collaborating, Insingizi has remained grounded in the values that shaped them.
As elders in Matabeleland say:
“Lapho abantu behlabela ndawonye, izinhliziyo ziyahlangana.”
When people sing together, hearts meet.