Dongadala Bemdiliza

Dongadala Bemdiliza is a traditional xhosa poet residing in Nelson Mandela Bay but his poetry reaches beyond any boundaries. Known for the famous hit "Cikizwa", Dongadala has collaborated with household names including Kora X. He performed at the 2015 Eastern Cape State of the Province Address gala dinner and he also won the 2011 Cacadu District Municipality Award. He has also opened stage for big name artists like the legendary pop singer, Ringo Madlingozi and maskandi legend Phuzekhemisi. He gives back to the community through Vundu Poetry Club Movement which has successively hosted the Ihlumelo High Schools Poetry Competition for three consecutive years.