Album: XVI's Diary Album by N T S A K O XVI

Release Date: September 18, 2026

N T S A K O XVI presents XVI's Diary Album, an 8-track project released on September 18, 2026, through 101 Music / EMPIRE. The project explores contemporary South African sounds, with N T S A K O XVI bringing together a strong blend of production and collaborations. The album features contributions from Shaun 101, Nkulee501, Ch'cco, LeeroSoul, and Uncool MC, alongside featured artists Mbuzi, Scotts Maphuma, Springle, and Philharmonic.

Across its eight tracks, XVI's Diary Album moves through energetic and melodic Amapiano production while maintaining a distinctly South African character. Songs such as “Ama 1K” featuring Mbuzi and Uncool MC, “Kanjalo kanjalo” featuring Scotts Maphuma and Uncool MC, and “Woza” featuring Springle and Philharmonic highlight the collaborative nature of the project. The album also includes “Nyakss,” “DAMMIT,” “Udoti e'durban,” “i'Bus,” and “NGEKE,” creating a cohesive listening experience across the project.

With XVI's Diary Album, N T S A K O XVI delivers a focused body of work that brings together production, vocals, and collaborations from several names within the South African music scene. The project's combination of Amapiano, African electronic influences, and guest performances gives it a contemporary identity while continuing N T S A K O XVI's musical direction.