

Kabza De Small becomes first SA artist with 140 million-stream songs on Spotify
Amapiano star Kabza De Small has achieved another milestone, solidifying his status as the most streamed producer in South Africa.
He is now the first artist in the nation to have 140 tracks each exceed one million streams on Spotify.
This achievement was announced by PianoConnectSA on 1 October 2025, prompting a wave of celebration from fans who referred to him as “the greatest producer in South Africa.”
Kabza’s strong presence on streaming services follows the release of his recent album Bab’Motha, which features popular tracks like Siyabonga, boasting 2.5 million streams.
His duet with Mthunzi, Imithandazo, stands out with a remarkable 43 million streams.
Kabza has played a significant role in propelling Amapiano to international prominence, overcoming challenges and earning numerous accolades while maintaining a remarkable output.
This latest achievement reflects both his artistic talent and the unwavering support from his global fan community, who continue to stream his music in significant volumes.
Social media was abuzz with commendations from fans, with many observing that “another day, another record broken” has become the Kabza De Small norm.
Kabza De Small breaks records as he becomes the first South African artist to have 140 songs on Spotify globally receiving over 1 Million streams. pic.twitter.com/yOviay5X8Y
— Piano Connect (@PianoConnectSA) October 1, 2025