{
  "id": 1941939,
  "title": "Amapiano DJ Mr JazziQ has been announced as GAC’s new ambassador",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/amapiano-dj-mr-jazziq-has-been-announced-as-gacs-new-ambassador",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-19T13:11:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/entertainment/celebrity-news/amapiano-dj-mr-jazziq-has-been-announced-as-gacs-new-ambassador/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Amapiano DJ Mr JazziQ has been named as the new ambassador for GAC Motor South Africa. Known for his musical talents and presence in street car culture, Mr JazziQ is a celebrated record producer, entrepreneur, and owner of the club Vibes on Main. The DJ and producer has been signed to GAC Motor South Africa's family after receiving a new vehicle as part of a partnership celebrating innovation, ambition, and South African talent.\n\nMr JazziQ, whose real name is Tumelo Manyoni, has established himself as a key figure in contemporary South African culture through his influence on the amapiano scene, business ventures, and digital presence. As a trailblazing record producer and music innovator, he first gained prominence as one half of the Amapiano duo JazziDisciples before launching a successful solo career and founding his own record label, Black is Brown Entertainment.\n\nMr JazziQ expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating that he is proud to be part of the GAC family due to his constant on-the-road schedule. He appreciates the vehicle's comfort, technology, and style, which align with the demands of modern motorists and busy professionals.\n\nGAC Motor South Africa aims to strengthen its presence among South African consumers through this collaboration with a recognisable music personality. Marketing Communications Manager Lehlogonolo Mphahlele emphasized that Mr JazziQ embodies the qualities GAC seeks in a partner, such as passion, consistency, and innovation, while remaining authentic to his identity. The brand believes that mobility extends beyond transportation and aims to empower people to pursue their ambitions with confidence.",
  "summary": "The amapiano star is known for his love of cars and an impressive car collection",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}