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Busiswa (Busiswa Gqulu) was born on 8 November, 1988 in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa, is a South African singer and songwriter (born 1986). Discover Busiswa's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 35 years old?
| Popular As |
Busiswa Gqulu |
| Occupation |
Singer · songwriter · poet |
| Age |
35 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Scorpio |
| Born |
8 November, 1988 |
| Birthday |
8 November |
| Birthplace |
Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Nationality |
South Africa
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She is a member of famous Singer with the age 35 years old group.
Busiswa Height, Weight & Measurements
At 35 years old, Busiswa height not available right now. We will update Busiswa's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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| Height |
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| Weight |
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| Eye Color |
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| Hair Color |
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Dating & Relationship status
She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Husband |
Not Available |
| Sibling |
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| Children |
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Busiswa Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Busiswa worth at the age of 35 years old? Busiswa’s income source is mostly from being a successful Singer. She is from South Africa. We have estimated Busiswa's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Singer |
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Timeline
Busiswa Gqulu (born 8 January 1986), popularly known as Busiswa is a South African singer-songwriter and poet.
Born in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa, she gained public recognition for her feature on DJ Zinhle's song, "My Name Is", after being discovered by Kalawa Jazmee's CEO Oskido.
After a successful collaboration with DJ Zinhle, she released hits singles includes; "Ngoku", "Lahla", and was featured on Bhizer's hit, "Gobisiqolo".
Busiswa Gqulu was born on 8 November 1988 in Mthatha, Eastern Cape.
When she was young, her family relocated to Durban due to work by her parents At the age of 15, Gqulu grew passion for writing poems.
"I’ve been doing poetry since 2004 when I was in Grade 11", she recalled.
She performed her first poetry work at her grandmother's funeral.
In 2005, she joined the collective Young Basadzi Women of Poetry.
Since then, she performed her poetry at corporate events, poem sessions, talent shows, and festivals.
She also hosted her monthly poetry events which are called "1st Word Sessions" at the Bat Centre in Durban.
After high school, Gqulu performed her poems while trying to find a proper job.
She was then employed at an art centre to teach school children arts.
Gqulu's parents supported her career choice as they had no money to take her to university.
Busiswa matriculated in 2005 at Mowat Park High School in Durban.
After matric she went to the University of KwaZulu-Natal where she did Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce degrees.
However, she could not complete her studies because of financial difficulties and chose to pursue a career in the arts.
While performing at live poetry readings, she met a befriend who introduced her to Sir Bubzin.
Sir Bubzin invited her while producing the song "Syaphambana".
He then suggested to feature her in performing her poems on the track.
Gqulu and Sir Bubzin were later signed to Kalawa Record by the CEO, Oskido, after he heard the song.
The song was later released on the first Kalawa Jazmee Dance compilation in 2011.
Later that year, Gqulu was called by Oskido to record "My Name Is Busiswa" which was produced by DJ Zintle.
The collaboration resulted in a co-writing credit for Gqulu.
After recording the song in 2011, she moved to Johannesburg in signing with Kalawa Jazmee Records.
The song was a hit and It received extensive airplays in South African radio stations since its release.
Gqulu got gigs in several countries, including Zimbabwe, Angola, and Namibia.
The song earned nominees at the Channel O Africa Music Video Award including Most Gifted Dance Video and Video of the Year.
The song scoped another nomination at the South African Music Award for Record of the Year.
"Ngoku" was released on 11 March 2013 as a non-album single on iTunes.
The song was accompanied by a video released on YouTube.
"Ngoku" became a dance hit with its catchy chorus.
The track got several airplays and was commercially successful.
Gqulu promoted the single by performing it on e.tv music show Club808, with Oskido.
In November 2013, Gqulu released a single, "Lahla" featuring Dj Bucks and Uhuru.
The song's video accumulated 1 million+ views on YouTube.
Gqulu along with Dj Bucks, performed the song live on SABC1 music show Live Amp.
In 2014, she was named in the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans.
At the 2014 Channel O Africa Music Video Award, the song won Most Gifted Dance category and she performed the song later in the awards ceremony.
On 8 December 2017, she released her debut album, Highly Flavoured, preceded by single, "Bazoyenza".
Throughout her career, Gqulu has received numerous accolades.
