Lekompo Sensation Kharishma Receives SAMA Nominations Amid Health Crisis
South African music sensation Kharishma has earned two prestigious South African Music Award (SAMA) nominations, despite currently fighting for her life in the hospital after a recent accident.
The Lekompo star’s nominations are a testament to her rising influence in the music industry, with fans and well-wishers rallying around her during this challenging time. Kharishma’s music has been making waves globally, blending Amapiano with local dialects and earning her a massive following.
Kharishma’s journey to stardom has been marked by remarkable milestones, including her breakout single “Matome” featuring Ba Bethe Gashoazen, which garnered over 3 million streams and catapulted her into the South African music mainstream. Her debut album “Hear My Testimony (Juno)” was released in February 2025, featuring 14 tracks that showcased her unique sound ¹.
The music community is eagerly awaiting Kharishma’s recovery and potential return to the stage, with fans flooding social media with messages of support and admiration for the young artist
