South Africa’s rising musical powerhouses, Jazzwrld and Thukuthela, are making history as their debut collaborative album, The Most Wanted, continues its reign at No. 1 on the Spotify South Africa Weekly Album Chart for the fourth consecutive week.
With over 3.875 million streams this week alone, the album has officially set a new record for the biggest fourth-week total ever recorded on Spotify South Africa — a remarkable achievement that signals both the duo’s surging influence and the unstoppable momentum of South Africa’s Afro-house and 3-step sound on the global stage.
Released on 19 September 2025, The Most Wanted has quickly become one of the year’s most defining projects. The 13-track album effortlessly blends Afro-house, Amapiano, Afro-tech, and 3-step rhythms, showcasing the duo’s genre-defying creativity and musical mastery.
Tracks like “uValo” (feat. Dlala Thukzin), “Uzizwa Kanjan”, and “uMA weNGANE” have emerged as national favourites — dominating streaming playlists, radio rotations, and dance floors alike. Each record captures a unique layer of South African expression, from introspection to celebration, making the project both emotionally resonant and sonically irresistible.
At the heart of The Most Wanted lies the synergy between Jazzwrld — the visionary producer renowned for his deep, rhythmic arrangements and soulful electronic textures — and Thukuthela, the vocalist and songwriter whose voice bridges raw emotion with modern sonic polish.
Together, they have crafted a sound that transcends genre boundaries, offering a fresh, distinctly South African take on global electronic music. Their chemistry is both authentic and magnetic, delivering a narrative that celebrates love, spirituality, resilience, and triumph through rhythm and melody.
Beyond the charts, The Most Wanted represents a cultural milestone — a statement of artistic intent and a declaration of identity.
“This project is more than music,” says Jazzwrld. “It’s a cultural statement about taking our sound to the world — about showing that what comes from our townships, studios, and hearts belongs on every global stage.”
That vision is rapidly becoming reality. The album’s continued success has not only shattered local streaming records but also positioned Jazzwrld and Thukuthela among the leading forces shaping Africa’s digital music future.
As The Most Wanted secures its fourth consecutive week at No. 1, its influence extends beyond the digital charts — it’s a symbol of the global ascent of South African music.
This record-breaking run highlights a powerful truth: authentic, homegrown sounds are no longer confined to local stages — they are global exports. Jazzwrld and Thukuthela’s achievement reinforces that South African creativity, driven by originality and cultural pride, can compete and thrive on any platform in the world.
