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Born
1978
1978
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South Africa
South Africa
Journey
Victories Vilakazi-Mol, better known as Vicky Vilakazi, is a celebrated South African singer, composer, and creative entrepreneur whose career spans over three decades. She began her journey in the early 1990s as a backing vocalist for gospel icon Benjamin Dube and went on to perform alongside musical legends such as Hugh Masekela, Miriam Makeba, and Michael Jackson.
Vicky played a foundational role in the establishment of gospel groups like Family Factory and Joyous Celebration and co-founded the Grammy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir. Alongside her brother, she founded the internationally touring Soweto Spiritual Singers, a vocal ensemble showcasing African spirituality through music.
In addition to her musical contributions, Vicky is the co-director of Vilakazi Entertainment Group and co-owner of Isicholo Entertainment. Her work includes music publishing, artist management, and producing international theatrical and musical tours across Africa, Europe, and beyond.
She is a KORA and SAMA Award nominee and was a co-writer for the 2010 FIFA World Cup theme song with R. Kelly. Her album "Zion-Jerusalem," which she produced, composed, and arranged, marked a high point in her musical journey.
Driven by compassion, she founded the Vicky’s Children of Africa Foundation to support vulnerable children across the continent. With a rich legacy rooted in music, ministry, and humanitarian work, Vicky Vilakazi remains one of South Africa’s most influential musical figures.