Umlilo is the Xhosa word for fire. It’s also the stage name of Siya Ncobo, one of South Africa’s freshest electronic musicians. He / she is queer, outrageous and blazing a new trail. This Is Africa got the scoop on gender stereotypes, African Excellence and standing out to be heard.
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