Actress, DJ, and one of South Africa’s favourite entertainers, Thuli Phongolo, is gearing up for a major moment in her music career. She has officially announced that she will be performing at the highly anticipated TikTok Sub-Saharan Africa Awards, taking place this Saturday, 6 December 2025. Thuli shared the exciting news with her followers on Instagram, writing, “Super excited to announce that I’m thee official DJ for the TikTok Sub-Saharan Africa Awards… taking place this Saturday, 06 Dec 2025! I can’t wait for what’s in store, congratulations to all the nominees…”
Her announcement adds even more hype to this year’s event as TikTok continues to celebrate the voices, talents, and trends shaping the platform across Sub-Saharan Africa. The awards ceremony is set to be a night filled with entertainment, creativity, and honouring the best in digital culture. TikTok revealed a lineup of musical powerhouses and creators who will bring energy and excitement to the stage.
One of the other major performers of the evening will be Thabsie, the beloved South African R&B singer who captured the hearts of the nation after her breakout on Kwesta’s hit Ngiyaz’fela Ngawe. Known for her smooth blend of R&B and pop, Thabsie is expected to deliver a soulful and unforgettable performance. Announcing her appearance, she shared, “Cats out the bag! Performing at the @tiktok_southafrica Awards. See you on Saturday.”
According to SA Music News & Entertainment, the star power of the evening, award-winning content creator and successful entrepreneur Mihlali Ndamase will take on a special role as one of the presenters. She is set to award one of the night’s biggest honours — Video of the Year, a category that celebrates the most viral and impactful TikTok video of 2025.
The event will be hosted by multi-disciplinary artist Bontle Modiselle-Moloi, who continues to shine as one of South Africa’s most influential entertainment figures. Known for her polished performances and her ability to connect with audiences through her viral authenticity, Bontle is the perfect fit to guide the night’s celebrations. TikTok has described her as an icon who embodies the new wave of creative talent shaping culture on the platform.
With top performers, digital stars, and some of South Africa’s biggest names in entertainment all coming together, the 2025 TikTok Sub-Saharan Africa Awards promises to be a vibrant night of music, creativity, and celebration. Fans can expect unforgettable performances, high-energy moments, and well-deserved recognition for creators who have made their mark throughout the year.
This Saturday, all eyes will be on the stage, and Thuli Phongolo is set to make it a night to remember.
