Isgubhu, a Zulu word meaning “beat,” celebrates an evergreen and ever-growing set of dance and electronic genres and sub-genres sweeping the African continent, from amapiano, gqom, Afro-house, kwaito, Shangaan electro, and more. This week, the playlist features the curation of DJ Zinhle, the founder of the beloved Zee Nation Fest who just released her album ZEE Nation Volume 1. With her selections—“Hlala Nami” from Liema Pantsi, MÖRDA, and Mthunzi; “Ngizothandaza,” which she created with SUPTA and MÖRDA; and also “Bengicela” from MaWhoo, GL_Ceejay & Thukuthela, which also features Jazzworx—Zinhle aims to share the best of what she finds inspiring right now. “‘Hlala Nami’ is a spiritual prayer for anyone feeling overwhelmed or in need of strength,” she says. “It’s a reminder that we don’t have to carry it all alone—we can always ask God to stay with us. Songs like ‘Ngizothandaza’ matter now more than ever. They help us pause, reflect, and reconnect with faith when the world feels heavy. ‘Bengicela’ brings a fresh approach to dance music—soulful, heartfelt, and full of spirit. MaWhoo is truly a breath of fresh air.” Listen to DJ Zinhle’s selections on Isgubhu now and if you hear something you like, add it to your library.