South Africa Hits the Right Note at the Grammy Awards

4/1/2022

Congratulations are in order for Nkosinathi Maphumulo, widely known as Black Coffee, for his win at the 64^th annual Grammy Awards this month. The talented South African DJ and producer won his first-ever Grammy in the category "Best Dance/Electronic Album" for Subconsciously.

South Africa was well represented in Las Vegas with South African–born now globally-acclaimed comedian, Trevor Noah, hosting the Grammys. In addition, flutist, composer and producer Wouter Kellerman was nominated in two categories at this year's Grammy Awards: Best New Age Album and Best Classical Solo Vocal Album.

"Arts and culture is one of our biggest exports; our people are warm and friendly and have always been at the forefront of showcasing all that our country has to offer.  As South Africa, we have seen how such exceptionalism and accomplishments help us to reinforce the destination's offering to the world. Victories such as this one, and inclusion of our talent and products on such revered world stages shows travelers the diversity of experiences that await them when they visit our country," said South African Tourism Acting CEO, Themba Khumalo.

For Black Coffee's interview following his win please click here. 

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