Afro Island Jazz by the river, lake or sea.


mUSIK yE aFRIKA brings uplifting  Afro Island Jazz from the Southern regions of Africa to the rest of the world. From Shona to Ndebele or Nyanja, it’s sunset music to enjoy at the end of your day on the deck, beach or dancefloor by the river, lake or sea.

Performing at festivals, clubs, theaters, restaurants, casinos, weddings and resorts since the 90s, mUSIK yE aFRIKA comprises well travelled, well versed and seasoned musos that have shared the stage with a plethora of esteemed artists - each member individually bringing more than 30 years of experience to the table.

On giutar and vox we have Louis Mhlanga. On bass and backing vox, Jimi Phiri. And last but not least, on drums and backing vox, Riaan Van Rensburg.
For the members of mUSIK yE aFRIKA music heals, music uplifts and music liberates. As the elder brothers in the scene, It’s about community, storytelling and passing the torch to the next generation.



Louis Mhlanga

Guitar & Vox

My name is Louis Mhlanga: a guitarist, composer, and producer of music. Professionally playing music for the last 45 years, and still performing. Inspiration comes from people I meet from day to day. telling al kinds of stories. What I want to achieve is endless and my highlights are many in different places with all kinds of great people.

Riaan Van Rensburg

Drums & Vox

As drummer and percussionist, I have worked with many artists, bands and dj’s not only in South-Africa, but across the world in 17 different countries. My passion for traditional music makes me very versatile offering opportunities to work with performing-artists from a variety of genres. I also use the drum as metaphor to build human potential. This is done in the corporate environment as a team-building activity, or in schools doing upliftment programs with kids. My passion for performing, plus my infectious energy, is what rocks the clubs, fans and parties. My motto is: “MUSIC HEALS”.

Jimi Phiri

Bass & Vox

My name is Jimi Phiri. I have been playing music for over 30 years. I was inspired by people in the community from a young age. That is what drove me to become a songwriter and motivated me to play guitar. I would like to achieve more knowledge in the musice industry to help young and upcoming musicians. The highlight of my career was travelling the world, sharing the stage with top artists visiting countries like the UK, France, Holland and many more.