Abusiswe Mafu, popularly known as DJ Abu, is a South African DJ and entertainer who has been making waves in the music industry since 2017. What began as a passion quickly evolved into a thriving career marked by consistency, creativity, and a deep love for music.

Her journey took off when she began performing at some of Cape Town’s most vibrant local events, where her energy and unique sound captured audiences across the city. In 2018,DJ Abu’s career reached a breakthrough moment when she was crowned the winner of the iPotsoyi Festival SA Next Big Thing, earning her a platform at one of the most recognized events in the country.

This public-voted victory opened doors beyond Cape Town, leading to bookings across South Africa and cementing her as one of the rising stars to watch.
Her growing reputation soon landed her opportunities on radio, expanding her influence and connecting her sound with a broader audience.

During the COVID-19 era, DJ Abu embraced TikTok as a creative outlet, sharing performance clips that went viral and introduced her to a new wave of supporters. Her online presence boosted her demand on live stages, corporate gigs and transforming her from a supporting act into a headline performer at major events across provinces.

Within the Gqom movement, DJ Abu has become one of its most recognizable and respected figures.

She has headlined at some of the country’s biggest festivals including Rocking the daises , Milk and Cookies
and many more.Beyond the decks, she also became one of the creatives for an alcohol brand (MXD) ,blending music and culture .

Continuing to evolve as an artist, DJ Abu is now expanding her sound and brand into the Afro House genre, exploring new creative directions while staying true to her roots.

With her undeniable talent, presence, and passion,DJ Abu is a force steadily rising and her journey is only just beginning.