Shimza: quick facts
Sourced, updated Nov 2026- Real name
- Kholofelo Ashley Raphala
- Birthplace
- Tembisa, South Africa
- Nationality
- South African
- Based in
- South Africa
- Genres
- House, Afro house
Essential tracks
- Uwrongo2020
- Darling2024
- Places2024
- Fire Fire2025
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Shimza
Where is Shimza from?
Shimza is from Tembisa, South Africa. Nationality: South African. Today Shimza is based in South Africa.
What is Shimza's real name?
Shimza's real name is Kholofelo Ashley Raphala.
What kind of music does Shimza play?
Shimza plays house and afro house.
What are Shimza's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Uwrongo" (2020), "Darling" (2024) and "Places" (2024).
When is Shimza's next festival show?
Shimza is on the lineup of Zamna Sharm El-Sheikh (Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt) 2026, starting November 20, 2026.