Dr Irene Matodzi Mawela - The Trailblazer

Dr Irene Matodzi Mawela is a singer, musician, music author, arranger, composer and producer. She is a pioneer. She is the first artist whose Tshivenda music became famous on record and radio. Other Vhavenda artists followed in her footsteps.Dr Mawela is a natural born musician; she is not taking chances. Her voice is anointed, beautiful. Her music is well organized, well-composed and melodious. This is a gift from God. We know that some of the musicians go to school to learn music, but Dr Mawela was born an exceptional musician. She is not an ordinary artist; she is one talented artist. It was no wonder when we heard that the University of Pretoria has awarded her a doctorate in music. She has received many awards for her achievements in the music industry.She is one of those women who advanced first in the music industry and not only in Venḓa but in South Africa as well. She is counted amongst giants, trailblazers in the music industry.