Our Talented Team
Bringing together diverse expertise and a shared love for music.
Editor-in-Chief & founder of the nextwave mag
NKOSINOMUSA '6LISS' XABA
Our Editor-in-Chief leads editorial strategy and ensures we maintain our high standards for music journalism. With years of experience in the industry, they are dedicated to fostering a platform for emerging voices.
Content StrategisT & photographer
TROY
FOUNDER OF THE UBS NETWORK
As the Content Strategist, they curate compelling stories and features that resonate with our audience. Their passion for music fuels our creative direction and audience engagement efforts.
Music Reviewer
Mandisa Mary-jane Mtembu
singer/songwriter
Our Music Reviewer brings an insightful perspective to the latest albums and singles. With a keen ear for detail, they provide thoughtful critiques that enhance our readers' understanding of new releases.Our Story
A reflection on our evolution and milestones.
The NextWave Magazine didn’t start in a boardroom; it began in the streets, the studios, and the front rows of South Africa’s most electric underground scenes. We saw a shift happening—a new generation of artists, DJs, and creators who weren't waiting for permission to change the world. They were already doing it.
We realized that, while the talent was undeniable, a dedicated platform was needed to capture the noise. We wanted to build more than just a magazine; we wanted to create a digital home for the culture—a place where the "New Wave" could finally be seen, heard, and celebrated.
Our mission is simple: to document the evolution of South African sound and style. From the rise of Amapiano global dominance to the grit of the local hip-hop scene and the visionaries shaping our fashion, we are here to tell the stories of those who are currently "making waves."
At The NextWave, we don’t just report on what’s happening—we live it. We are curators of the future, committed to giving a voice to the innovators and a spotlight to the legends in the making.
