NOMUZI MABENA WINS BEST STYLED ARTIST OFTHE YEAR AT THE 2025 BASADI IN MUSIC AWARDS
Nomuzi Mabena, the ever-evolving style icon, rapper, and cultural trailblazer, won Best Styled Artist of the Year at the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards this past weekend – a fitting honour for a woman who has consistently pushed boundaries and redefined what it means to be fashionable in South African music and entertainment.
From headlining the fashion conversation at Cotton Fest, to her ever-daring appearances as one of the most boldest MC’s in the country, Nomuzi – affectionately known as Moozlie, has made a name for herself as that girl when it comes to effortless, experimental, and game-changing fashion. Whether she’s commanding attention on the red carpet or repping the streets, “Nomuzi’s looks continue to inspire fans and creatives alike.
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“I’ve always believed that style is more than what you wear – it’s about how you express yourself, how you move through the world, how you carry the culture,” said Nomuzi Mabena after receiving the award. “To be recognised by the Basadi in Music Awards for something that’s such a big part of my identity is honestly such a beautiful, full-circle moment. Thank you to my team, my dream team – my stylist Keketso Nthibane, my make up artist Andi Ngcobo and every stylist, every designer, photographer and fashion lover who’s ever been a part of this journey. This one’s for the girls who dress like icons, long before the world catches on.”
From styling collaborations to curated fashion moments that go viral, Nomuzi continues to set the standard and make space for women to be seen, explore, experiment, and embrace their power – in music, fashion, and beyond.
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Her win marks a powerful recognition of not only her distinct aesthetic but also her influence as a cultural curator – where music meets fashion and authenticity leads the way. We can’t wait to see her iconic fashion looks at Zee Nation Fest this weekend!
Her latest single “Go Getter” is out now – be sure to stream it across all digital platforms.