Cape Town – Uncle Waffles, the Amapiano sensation, has been named ‘Woman of the Year 2023’ by GQ South Africa, breaking barriers and making history.
Known for infectious beats and dance moves, Uncle Waffles gained fame in 2020 after an impromptu performance at a nightclub.
With the release of her debut single ‘Tanzania’, she garnered widespread acclaim, ranking eighth in Rolling Stone’s afropop songs of 2022.
Woman of the Year – Uncle Waffles @unclewaffffles #GQMOTY2023 #sblove💙 pic.twitter.com/2PMN4jMRHo
— GQ South Africa (@GQdotcoza) December 2, 2023
She received a nomination for Best International Act at the 2023 BET Awards and made history as the first Amapiano act to perform at Coachella.
GQ South Africa praised her as a cultural ambassador for African dance music, transcending borders and becoming a sought-after DJ.
Uncle Waffles is celebrated for her talent, determination, and inspiration, making her more than just a DJ.
Congratulations to Uncle Waffles 🎈🎉🎊✨
Uncle Waffles won the Woman Of The Year Award at the GQ awards last night 🏆 pic.twitter.com/nwrpIhMr9J
— SA HIP HOP & AMAPIANO PARADISE (@sahiphop_piano) December 3, 2023
YASSS! Congratulations to Uncle Waffles on being awarded ‘Woman of the Year’ for #GQSouthAfrica 💕 pic.twitter.com/7f8NnaUpYw
— MEFeater Magazine (@mefeater) December 3, 2023
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
