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Enzo Ishall | |
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| Birth name | Stephen Kudzanai Mamhare |
| Born | April 23, 1994 |
| Origin | Harare, Zimbabwe |
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| Years active | 2014–present |
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| Website | www |
Stephen Kudzanai Mamhare (born 23 April 1994), known professionally as Enzo Ishall, is a Zimbabwean Zimdancehall musician, singer, and songwriter. He gained prominence with his 2018 hit single "Kanjiva," which became a national anthem and propelled him to stardom. Enzo Ishall is known for blending traditional Zimbabwean sounds with contemporary dancehall rhythms.
Early life and education
[edit]Enzo Ishall was born at Mabvuku Maternity Clinic in Harare, Zimbabwe. He began writing music as a child and later attended Churchill Boys High School and Phoenix College, where he attained 7 A-Level points.[1]
Music career
[edit]Enzo Ishall’s breakout single "Kanjiva" (2018) became one of Zimbabwe’s most iconic Zimdancehall anthems. He followed up with hits such as:
- "50 Magate"
- "Mhamha"
- "Smart Rinotangira Kutsoka"
- "Zvaramba"
- "Handirare Kuden Kwenyu Futi"
- "Zvirinani Ufe"
He has collaborated with artists including Winky D, Ti Gonzi, ExQ, Buffalo Souljah, Shashl, and Freeman HKD. His performance style is energetic and often socially conscious.[2]
In 2023, he performed across Zimbabwe with Killer T and Freeman HKD on the “City to City: Best of the Best Tour.”[3]
Relationship with Teemak
[edit]In January 2020, Enzo Ishall signed with Teemak Promotions, led by Zimbabwean-Malaysian entrepreneur Teemak, in a deal worth over US$100,000. The partnership covered living expenses, international tours, and music production.[4]
Teemak also sponsored Enzo’s first overseas performance in Cyprus in 2019. In April 2025, Enzo Ishall appeared as a guest at the launch of Teemak’s debut EP Mavambo at Hyatt Regency.[5]
Personal life
[edit]Enzo Ishall was previously married to Trish, with whom he has a son. He later married model Mellisa Mafadzwa in June 2022.[6]
Political involvement
[edit]In 2023, Enzo Ishall contested the ZANU-PF primaries for the Sunningdale constituency under his legal name but received just 7 out of 1,385 votes.[7]
Awards
[edit]- 2018 Coca-Cola Top 50 – Best Video ("Kanjiva")
- 2019 Star FM Music Awards – Best Newcomer & Best Zimdancehall
- 2019 NAMA – Song of the Year ("Kanjiva")
Discography
[edit]Albums and EPs
[edit]- ZimFest Riddim Vol. 1 (2019)
Selected singles
[edit]- "Kanjiva"
- "50 Magate"
- "Mhamha"
- "Smart Rinotangira Kutsoka"
- "Zvaramba"
- "Zvirinani Ufe"
References
[edit]- ^ "Enzo Ishall real name, age, education, career, Networth". 10 April 2023. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ "Enzo Ishall". Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ "Enzo Ishall's Team Speaks on New Song". 8 June 2025. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ "Enzo Ishall signs new deal". 23 January 2020. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ "Teemak Returns with 'Mavambo' EP, Owning His Past and Embracing a New Chapter". 22 April 2025. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ Patiee (15 May 2023). "Enzo Ishall Biography: Age, Career, Politics, Awards, Personal Life". Zimbabwe Profiles. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ Patiee (15 May 2023). "Enzo Ishall Biography: Age, Career, Politics, Awards, Personal Life". Zimbabwe Profiles. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
External links
[edit]Category:Living people Category:1994 births Category:Zimbabwean musicians Category:People from Harare