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Kharishma
Birth nameMelita Mogale
Born (2004-01-27) 27 January 2004 (age 21)
Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa
Genres
  • Lekompo
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
InstrumentVocals
Years active2021–present
LabelsKharishma Entertainment

Melita Mogale (born January 27, 2004) mononymously known as Kharishma, is a South African singer and songwriter.[1] She is best known for her contributions to the Limpopo music industry "Lekompo" genre.[2] She gained a prominence with her viral single Matome in 2023 and has since released several successful tracks and a debut album.[3][4] Fans refer her as the "Queen of Lekompo" with Shandesh and Janesh.[5]

Early life

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Kharishma was born and bred in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa. She attended Boshego High School in Mantheding, where she developed an interest in music during her eighth-grade year.[6] Initially starting as a dancer and transitioned into singing, drawing inspiration from regional artists like Makhadzi.[7]

Career

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Kharishma began her music career in 2021 with the release of her first major song Savannah, in collaboration with VRR PHA RSA.[8] While the track did not achieve mainstream success, it helped establish her presence in Polokwane and surrounding areas.[9]

Her breakthrough came in 2023 with the release of Matome, a collaboration with Ba Bethe Gashoazen.[10] The song went viral, amassing over 3 million streams and marking her entry into South African music industry.[11] Her song Chokeslam was the song of the year 2024 announced by the radio station Thobela FM and Capricorn FM.[12][13]

In 2025, she released her debut album, Hear My Testimony (Juno) featuring 14 tracks and collaborations with artists includes Snowflake, Miniasque Dididado, Ba Bethe Gashoazen and TSP.[14]

Personal life

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In 2023, Kharishma confirmed her teenage pregnancy,[15] addressing public speculation on social media. She emphasized her focus on supporting her child and career, urging respect for her privacy.[16] In August 2024, she was involved in a car accident near Sedikela Filling Station on the R37 in Ga Kgwete, Greater Tubatse. She sustained mild injuries and was in stable condition following the incident.[17][18][19]

Discography

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Extended plays

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Singles

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As lead artist

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List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
ZA
"Samuel" 2022
"Malapi" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Rato" (Giggo Cosco, KholoMusiq, Kharishma) 2023 The Love Story
"Tsa Lehloyo 2.0" (SSLASH S.A, Kharishma, Baby Dee)
"Wae Roba" (Ampee S.A, Kharishma, Krusher KR)
"Pelo Yaka" (Paige, Kharishma, Vee Mampeezy)
"Community" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Ong'costile" (071 Nelly The Master Beat, Kharishma)
"Matome" (Kharishma featuring Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Sekoloto"
"Sekoloto 2.0" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"O Phelan Jwang" (Naqua Phobla, Kharishma)
"Lesibana" (071Nelly The Master Beat, Titi Kgole, Kharishma)
"Areyeng"
"Mmalo" (Kharishma, 071Nelly The Master Beat)
"Savannah" (VRR PHA Production , Kharishma, ) 2024
"Suka Maboss'eng" (Shebeshxt, Kharishma, Leemckrazy, Naqua SA)
"Cancel" (Shebeshxt, Kharishma, Boikarabelo)
"Keye Tloko" (Kharishma, DR Nel, DJ Active, Mash K Beats)
"Di Tleronko" (Kharishma, Phobla On The Beats, Prince Zulu)
"Kea Tiya Tiya" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Wa Ntaela Moya" (Kharishma, 071Nelly The Master Beat)
"Limpopo Anthem" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Chokeslem" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Re Hwela Eng" (Kharishma, Zoli White Smoke)
"Heelang Folang" (Kharishma, DJ Janisto, Mack Eaze)
"Spikareng" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen, VIDA SOUL)
"Hennessy" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Salam Aleikum" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen VIDA SOUL)
"Tlala O Nyele" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Moruti Nkapise" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Thintha Di Phese" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen)
"Ke Di Series" (Prince Benza, Kharishma)
"Jele" (Prince Benza, Kharishma,)
"Thokoza Bo Gogo" (Gogo Mathandis, Kharishma, Lilpefmance) 2025
"Roller Dice" (Shebeshxt, Kharishma,VIDA SOUL, Naqua SA)
"Dubai" (Shebeshxt, Naqua SA, Kharishma, Mr Diego)
"High Fly Lekompo" (Buddy Sax, Kharishma, King Salah)
"Dildo TSA Yema" (071 Nelly The Master Beat, Kharishma)
"Ba Mo Rekisitse" (Kharishma, DJ Angelo, Buddy Sax, Mack Eaze)
"Dumela" (Kharishma, DJ Angelo, Buddy Sax, Sannere)
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.
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List of singles as featured artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
ZA
"Di Chommi" (Shebeshxt feauring Kharishma, Naqua SA, Shandesh) 2021 Topless Shxt 3
"Reminder" (Tribby Wadi Bozza featuring harishma ) 2023 Beginning Our Forever
"Sebetse" (Shebeshxt featuring Kharishma, Tribby Wadi Bozza) 2024 My Music My Story
"Makhwapheni" (Makhadzi featuring Kharishma, Naqua SA) 2025 Mbofholowo
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

References

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  1. ^ Kings (4 July 2024). "Everything You Need To Know About Vocalist Kharishma". KingMinds. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  2. ^ "Kharishma's pregnancy rumour leaves fans shook – Tzaneen Voice". 30 August 2023. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  3. ^ Mazibuko, Thobile. "How Kharishma's hit 'Chokeslam' is transforming Limpopo's music scene". IOL.
  4. ^ Press, Mega (21 July 2023). "Kharishma Refuses OpenMic Deal, Matome Music Video Release in Limbo - Mega Press". Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  5. ^ Malatji, Ngwako (25 May 2025). "Kharishma again a no-show at a music festival, leaving fans disappointed". Sunday World. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
  6. ^ bolobedu (23 May 2024). "Kharishma Biography - bolobedumusic". Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  7. ^ Tlhoaele, Sibongumenzi Sibiya and Kgalalelo. "Makhadzi proud of Lekompo's global appeal!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  8. ^ Savannah (feat. Kharishma) - Single by Vrr pha production on Apple Music, 12 January 2024, retrieved 31 May 2025
  9. ^ Malatji, Ngwako (25 May 2025). "Kharishma again a no-show at a music festival, leaving fans disappointed". Sunday World. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  10. ^ Matome (feat. Ba Bethe Gaoshazen) - Single by Kharishma on Apple Music, 5 May 2023, retrieved 31 May 2025
  11. ^ Mazibuko, Thobile (1 January 2025). "How Kharishma's hit 'Chokeslam' is transforming Limpopo's music scene". IOL. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  12. ^ Mokoena, Temoso (1 January 2025). "Song of the year 2024: South Africa | Editors Picks". NOW in SA. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  13. ^ Tiwane, Bonginkosi (1 January 2025). "No outright winner of SA's 2024 song of the year". The Citizen. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  14. ^ JUNO by Kharishma on Apple Music, 1 February 2025, retrieved 31 May 2025
  15. ^ "Pregnant muso Kharishma leaves fans shocked and disappointed". September 2023.
  16. ^ "Kharishma's pregnancy rumour leaves fans shook – Tzaneen Voice". 30 August 2023. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  17. ^ Majadibodu, Simon. "'Apologies my sister': Oscar Mbo says sorry to Kharishma after removing her from stage mid-performance". IOL.
  18. ^ Simelane, Nomonde (17 October 2024). "Oscar Mbo apologises to Kharishma after kicking her off stage mid performance".
  19. ^ Mabeba, Moyahabo (10 August 2024). "Limpopo musician Kharishma survives horrific car crash". Sunday World.
  20. ^ Malapi (feat. Kharishma) (Full Song) - Ba Bethe Gaoshazen feat. Kharishma - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn, 5 May 2023, retrieved 14 June 2025