Okmalumkoolkat drops his fourth offering from his 2026 project, iTheku eThekwini, and it’s a hit with Yinto Yabantu Ababili. The song is an ode to the artist’s South African background and artistic vision for this project, and is positioned early in the 11-track lineup, tying into the album’s overarching storyline.
Yinto Yabantu Ababili stands out on the diverse setlist as the iTheku eThekwini project continues to roll out its broad program. The track’s placement at number four shows an attempt to sustain pace while further investigating the album’s subject study.
His approach on this CD further highlights Okmalumkoolkat’s unique voice in the South African music landscape. The track positioning and length of the project make a combination that feels curated, and this song does its part like all the others in the listening experience.
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