Across the African continent R&B is currently experiencing a renaissance. Propelled by events that centre the genre and innovative artistry that is looking back to go forward, the genre is once again returning to prominence. This is particularly true for Zimbabwe, with names such as Takura and Tamy Moyo being at the forefront of this return.
Yet beyond the mainstream, R&B is spreading its wings and establishing a cultural footprint that is directly connected to fans of the genre. A name revelling in this space, with dreams of reaching even greater heights is TheLastLetter. Delivering an artistry shaped by personal experience, the singer's music is always resonant and speaking to the ear.
After a sabbatical that saw her silent for most of 2025, the singer is now back, and making her presence felt. On the back the single "Jaded," which was widely received with acclaim the singer has added two major notches to her belt. TheLastLetter has taken on both YFM and Strictly Soul, platforms at the forefront of not only South Africa but Africa's music culture.
"YFM is one of the biggest radio stations in South Africa and currently at the forefront of youth culture especially local hip hop and R&B. I’ve been listening to it since a preteen so being on the platform was so surreal for me, felt like a childhood dream was coming true," shared TheLastLetter.
The singer performed on the radio station's Lunch League, sharing her voice with YFM's almost one million listeners. A feat she one upped a month later with an appearance at Strictly Soul, Africa’s biggest R&B party. The singer not only graced the Johannesburg edition of the event but was featured on the second episode of the Strictly Soul Cypher.
"I remember going to one of the first Strictly Souls and although sold out it was a small event. Now they are travelling across Africa, they’ve launched in Zimbabwe, Uganda, Namibia and a few other countries, so being able to be in that community and perform in front of an African audience that really loves R&B was such a great experience," said TheLastLetter.
"I love what they’re doing now with the R&B cyphers, platforming African R&B artists. I featured on the second addition of the cypher with some of the best of the new generation of R&B artists in South Africa: Ben September, Phiwo and Cindy Masina. It was such an honour to work along side them," she went on.
Building on this momentum TheLastLetter is looking at releasing more music and taking advantage of the spotlight she currently has. The singer has visuals in the works and a slew of singles almost ready for release.