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Zwakele Sibonelo Mdletshe, professionally known as Skillz, is a prominent South African electronic dance music producer, DJ, and programmer.
He has emerged as a powerhouse within the Mzansi house industry widely celebrated for pushing the boundaries of the deep house and 3-Step genres through heavy, atmospheric sonic arrangements.
Skillz has solidified his reputation as a top-tier studio collaborator, working extensively alongside electronic music icon DJ Zinhle. He co-produced the 2025 hit anthem "Sorry," which became a major single alongside her project "ZEE Nation Volume 1." He also partnered with MÖRDA on "Taiko Drum" for the album "Asante III."
As a leading artist, Skillz released his defining 2025 studio album, "Phumelela," featuring its highly successful title track "Phumelela" alongside Simmy.
His extensive catalog includes massive collaborative hits like "Mamma" with Zee Nxumalo, "Khetha," and his multi-platinum work on Dlala Thukzin's track "Ngeke Balunge."