{
  "id": 19629661,
  "title": "Siphokazi marks 20 years in music with new rendition of popular hymn",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/siphokazi-marks-20-years-in-music-with-new-rendition-of-popular-hymn",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T08:59:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/entertainment/siphokazi-marks-20-years-in-music-with-new-rendition-of-popular-hymn/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "South African singer Siphokazi is celebrating her 20-year career in the music industry this year. To mark the occasion, she has released a new rendition of the popular hymn Lizalis’Idinga Lakho. The song is described by Siphokazi as a prayer for comfort, strength and salvation. She explains that when listening to the hymn, her heart softens. Lizalis’Idinga Lakho is more than just a hymn for her; it's a deep prayer from a weary soul. The singer states that the hymn's message extends to those around her, urging her to pray for her family, friends, and even strangers. The line \"All the nations must find salvation\" reminds her to rely on her faith and remember that at the end of the day, it's about humbling herself before God and seeking His guidance. As she looks to the future, Siphokazi plans to keep making music, stating that it's a calling that follows her wherever she goes. Her upcoming releases will explore new musical directions and messages, all while staying true to their purpose. The hymn Lizalis’Idinga Lakho encompasses themes of faith, personal growth, and Siphokazi's musical identity, as she aims to use her music to inspire and support others.",
  "summary": "The singer said she plans to release more music.",
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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."
}