Mandisi Dyantyis

The dynamic Afro-soul-jazz sensation Mandisi Dyantyis is lighting up the Woordfees stage once again this year, bringing electrifying energy, rich vibes and soul-stirring sounds to the Bos! A multi-award-winning trumpeter and vocalist, Mandisi captivates audiences with his powerful, emotionally charged music and poetic lyrics. Since bursting onto the scene in 2019 with Somandla, he’s taken the jazz world by storm – his SAMA-winning album Cwaka has racked up over 5 million streams and counting. Widely celebrated as one of South Africa’s top jazz talents, he’s twice been the only South African artist to grace the stage at legendary jazz icon Herbie Hancock’s International Jazz Day Global Concert. Prepare to be moved! Expect some surprises from his new album, Intlambululo, due for release in October 2025