Miss Tee Nominated for Outstanding Radio DJ at Bulawayo Arts Awards
Power FM radio host Miss Tee, born Thokozani Mkandla, has established herself as a leading voice in Zimbabwean broadcasting, captivating audiences with her smooth and engaging style. Her recent nomination at the Bulawayo Arts Awards (BAA) for the Babongile Sikhonjwa Outstanding Radio DJ category underscores her growing influence in the industry.
Miss Tee faces stiff competition from Skyz Metro’s legendary host Mjox, Becky K, and Leonard “Umfundisi” Ncube. She brings her skills as a radio producer, presenter, and news anchor to her shows, including Lunch Time Radio on Wednesdays and Fridays, and The Night Signal on Sundays. She credits the quality and consistency of her work for earning the nomination, which is part of the eighth edition of the BAAs scheduled for December 20 at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre (ZIEC) Hall 3.
“It’s a great privilege to have been nominated at the eighth edition of the BAAs. I was nominated under the same category back in 2021, and the competition was tough then. But to be nominated once again, I believe it’s a sign that I have a chance to win this award,” Miss Tee said.
She highlighted her role in promoting emerging talent. “I am part of the team that gave so many unrecognised artistes from Bulawayo a platform to be heard when I was still with Khulumani FM. I am still doing the same at Power FM. Walking away with a BAA would mean the amount of work I have been putting in has not gone unnoticed. The win will be dedicated to everyone I have worked with and every talent I have discovered, as that is the most important thing that made me a brand.”
Miss Tee grew up in Botswana, where she developed a passion for radio by listening to shows on stations such as Gabz FM and Duma FM. She began her professional career in February 2018 at Khulumani FM before joining Power FM in September 2024. She approaches her daily work as an opportunity for growth and stresses the importance of continuous self-improvement.
She draws inspiration from her own experiences rather than from individuals, recalling pivotal moments like her first interview with renowned jazz legend Jeys Marabini. “I did my first interview with Marabini. To me, it was such an honour for him to agree to be interviewed by me, a ‘nobody’ at the time. I believe that interview was a turning point in my life as I learnt a lot from the legend himself. Since that day, my career has blossomed in a positive direction,” she said.
As the BAAs approach, Miss Tee remains focused on the award, confident that her work and dedication have positioned her as a strong contender in the category.
