Izithutha zothando

Umkhathazi brings a 12-track Maskandi album to the table with Izithutha zothando, a 2026 release built around a mix of solo cuts and selected collaborations. The album opens with “Iqonqela” before moving into the title track, “Izithutha zothando”, which features Phindile Buthelezi and Lethi Buthelezi.

The tracklist keeps the focus on Umkhathazi across most of the project, with songs including “Imoto”, “I-content”, “Uthando lwebhinca” and “Angikwesabi ukufa”. The album also includes “Ngilwa nokhonkolo”, “Ngiza nebutho” and “Thula mntwana”, giving listeners a full-length release with plenty to move through.

Beyond the title-track collaboration, Umkhathazi links up with Imfezemnyama on “Desha”. Those two featured appearances are the only listed collaborations on the album, while the remaining tracks are credited to Umkhathazi alone. That balance keeps the project centred on the primary artist while making room for a small number of guest appearances.

The closing stretch includes “Ushukela” and “Inhlupheko yakithi”, with the latter rounding off the 12-song tracklist. Izithutha zothando is scheduled for release on 22 September 2026, adding a new Maskandi album to the year’s release calendar.

Listeners looking for the complete Umkhathazi offering can explore Izithutha zothando from “Iqonqela” through to “Inhlupheko yakithi”, with Phindile Buthelezi, Lethi Buthelezi and Imfezemnyama appearing at key points across the album.