Motswako

Popularized by South African acts like HHP and Baphixile (comprising "Prof" and "Blax Myth") in the late nineties, it gained a significant following among local audiences.

Many emerging artists in South Africa use motswako as a foundation for their music careers due to its accessible principles, emphasizing creative writing skills crucial for mastering the genre.

South Africa and Botswana boast a substantial pool of motswako artists, although female representation remains limited.

Beginning with Thandiswa Mazwai, Jah Seed and Speedy in Bongo Maffin, Stoan introduced an African hip hop perspective to the ensemble's sound.

[3] Since the 2000s, South Africa has witnessed the rise of several notable acts, including Tuks Senganga, Cassper Nyovest, Spoek Mathambo, Khuli Chana, and Mo'Molemi.

More recent additions to the motswako rap scene include Zeus, DJ Rade, Dramaboi, Apollo Diablo and Stagga, who hails from London and has Tswana and Jamaican heritage.