Gospel lovers and the congregation of The Living World Gospel Mission Church in Tshilivho, near Ha-Makhuvha outside Thohoyandou, will be treated to a day of joyful worshipping when Tshivenda gospel diva Takie Sikhwivhilu records her new live album at the church on 27 May this year.
Sikhwivhilu, who hails from the dusty rural village of Ngovhela-Backside, near Sibasa, started singing in the Sunday school choir. She has proven to the nation that one can get far in life with determination and dedication to one's God-given talents.
Sikhwivhilu is a member of The Living Gospel World Mission Church, under Pastor Rembuluwani Kharivhe. She also leads the worship team at her church every Sunday.
Her first album, Vho Nkhulela, was released in 2010, followed by Abundant Grace (her first live album) in 2013. In 2015, she produced a unique double CD, titled No ear has heard, while the album Khoroni dzavho was released in 2019.
The singer invites all gospel lovers to join her and her backing vocalists at the church for an unforgettable day of praise and worship during the live recording of her next album. Recording starts at 15:00.
Pastor Kharivhe said he was very proud of Sikhwivhilu, who has been a long-standing member of the church, and he hoped that gospel fans and members of his congregation would show up for the live recording in large numbers.
For tickets, call Sikhwivhilu on 082 934 4396 or 076 505 5639. Early birds pay R100 for a ticket, while general tickets cost R170 and VIPs pay R350. Tickets are also available at Pick 'n Pay.