Makhadzi is celebrating freedom on Mbofholowo, the first album released on her own label, Makhadzi Entertainment. A whirlwind fusion of amapiano, bolobedu house, R&B, and more, Mbofholowo is a distillation of the Limpopo-born dance star’s magnetic energy—commanding attention, demanding movement. “Rea Lwa” explodes with drums; the driving pace of “Ndowela” is punctuated by joyous flashes of unexpected sounds; a reverberating vocal loop brings a satisfying rubbery bounce to “Malala Phoo”. And though Makhadzi’s new-found independence beats at the heart of the record, her prolific roster of collaborators (among them: Ntate Stunna, Fortunator, Kabza De Small) proves that she is not forging ahead alone. As she enters a new era of creative control, the most streamed South African female artist in history is showing no signs of slowing down.