Thamsanqa Cyprian Sibandze

Thamsanqa Sibandze is a recording and performing artist who goes by the name ‘KrTC of Hip Hop’. He is a notable social commentator with a knack for edutainment, particularly in positive social behavior change. He also produces and presents youth radio and TV programs. Thamsanqa Cyprian Sibandze is currently an ambassador for the Bushfire Schools Festival, which seeks to introduce education and entertainment in public schools around Swaziland, and the Safeguard Young People program, which highlights pertinent sexual and reproductive health issues around the Southern Africa region. Thamsanqa holds a diploma in Marketing and Communication from the Citec Business College. Upon his return from the Mandela Washington Fellowship, Thamsanqa will continue his advocacy for a formal arts curriculum in public schools, and more effective and youth-friendly sexual-health facilities and information in Swaziland and the Southern Africa region.