In a recent Instagram post, renowned producer and DJ Maphorisa—widely credited as one of the key architects behind the global explosion of Amapiano—revealed that the genre has reached a level of maturity where it no longer depends on him to survive. Emphasizing his confidence in the new generation of producers and artists, he stated that Amapiano is now firmly rooted and capable of evolving on its own. “Amapiano is in safe hands. I’m going back to where it all began — AFRO,” he shared, signaling a deliberate shift in his creative focus.
With a career spanning over 15 years, Maphorisa has played a pivotal role in shaping South Africa’s modern music landscape, influencing multiple genres and helping to launch and elevate numerous artists. Industry observers believe his return to Afro music is more than just a personal decision—it represents the start of a new artistic era that could once again push boundaries and reshape the continent’s sound, just as he has done time and time again.
