The late Mampintsha Biography. Mandla Maphumulo, better known by his stage name Mampintsha, was a 40-year-old South African music producer who was born on July 18, 1982, in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal.
The late Mampintsha Biography
He has produced songs with several South African musicians as a well-known music producer.
He rose to fame after making news for assaulting Bongekile Simelane, often known as Babes Wodumo, his then-girlfriend.
As soon as the young artist reported the assault to the authorities, Mampintsha was taken into custody.
Wiki facts
Full Name: Mandla Maphumulo
Stage Name: Mampintsha
Born: July 18, 1982 (age 40 years old)
Place of Birth: Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Nationality: South African
Parents: Zama Gumede
Children: N/A
Height: N/A
Siblings: N/A
Girlfriend • Wife: Babes Wodumo (ex.)
Occupation: Musician • Record Producer
Net Worth: $450,000
Early life
On July 18, 1982, Mampintsha was born in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Before traveling out of town to spend some time in Johannesburg and Durban, he grew up with his parents.
About his early years, not a lot is known. Mampintsha has not disclosed whether he has siblings or stated who his parents are. Zama Gumede is the name of his mother.
His early passion of music has contributed to his career because he started out at a young age.
Education
Mampintsha frequently discussed how his music career began, but he has not mentioned the institution he went to further his education.
Although it is assumed that he attended primary and high school in South Africa, no one is certain of his university studies.
Career
Mampintsha began recording songs in 2002 after forming the well-known kwaito group Big Nuz. Mampintsha, Mzi Tshomela, and the late Sbu Khomo were all members of the group. These individuals in the group are all close friends of Mampintsha and have been acquainted since their time in Umlazi. Therefore, the group members relocated from Johannesburg to Durban in quest of a better offer and opportunities.
Despite their talent and diligence, they were unable to receive any fair offers until 2004, when Gallo Records extended them an invitation. They released their debut record on this label with Kid Mokoena, titled Zozo. The record was not well-liked, so they did not receive much acclaim or revenue from it.
In 2008, they released their second album, 2nd Round Knockout, on the brand-new Afrotainment label. They managed to sell 20,000 copies relatively successfully, demonstrating the popularity of their music. Additionally, they won the Metro FM Best Kwaito award.
Their song garnered a nomination for the 2008 Channel O Awards, and the album’s single Uyoysholo Wena was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2008 SAMA. Following the huge success of their first album, they promptly launched another excellent album titled Undisputed.
They collaborated with DJ Fisherman and DJ Tira to increase their notoriety and acceptability. The SAMAs gave them the Album of the Year Award for this Undisputed album, while the song Umlilo from the album won the Song of the Year Award. The group didn’t disband until 2011, the year Pound for Pound, their subsequent album, was released.
They released Made in Africa in 2013 and For the Fans on the same day R Mashesha, one of the band members, passed away. The band member “Mashesha,” to whom the record was dedicated.
The album received the Best Kwaito album and Best Group of the year. The group members also dedicated the awards to their late members. In 2018, Mampintsha dropped his solo studio album titled Gentle Don EP.
Personal life
Mampintsha was dating Babes Wodumo (Bongekile Simelane), a South African artist. Apart from their love life, he was her manager.
According to Zalebs, Mampintsha and Babes Wodumo have a son together who they recently welcomed in 2022.
Mampintsha Net Worth
Due to his talent, Mampintsha, a seasoned singer and producer, has been making a lot of money in the music business. Mampintsha is thought to be worth $450,000 in total.
