Amanda Black

Amanda Black (born Amanda Benedicta Antony on 24 July 1993 in Mthatha, Eastern Cape province) is a multi-platinum selling and multi award-winning South African singer-songwriter.

She is an aspiring activist, youth leader and a powerful voice in women empowerment and in the fight against inequality and gender-based violence.

A gallant fighter, Amanda first came to the limelight as a contestant on the popular TV show Idols South Africa, where she contested on three different occasions times, only breaking ground in season 11 where she made the final seven.

In 2016, Amanda released her powerful and critically acclaimed hit single 'Amazulu', an inspiring and easily relatable soulful piece that went on get the artist numerous nominations and wins at several music Awards, including three South Africa Music Awards, two Metro FM Music Awards and a BET International Artist of the Year nomination. Titled after her first single, Amanda’s debut album was certified platinum only three weeks after its release.

A strong believer in embracing diversity and equality, Amanda has over the last few years used her platform and influence to speak about a number of issues such as women empowerment and gender-based violence, with an aim to help build a better world where all people are heard, respected, equal and treated with dignity.

Amanda’s music is themed around telling authentic African stories and is weaved with creative storytelling and poetry, showing the world that she is not only an artist but someone who evokes a unique, strong and timeless voice for this generation.