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IN CONVERSATION WITH MISS HILARY.

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From the heart of Limpopo to stages across Southern Africa, Miss Hilary is not just making music — she’s making moves. A powerful voice in South African traditional music, Miss Hilary is carving out a space that bridges heritage, innovation, and empowerment. As she steps into 2025 with bold ambition and a clear vision, her journey is inspiring a generation of young women and creatives to embrace their roots while reaching for the stars.
Smart, Sharp, and Socially Aware
Miss Hilary, whose real name continues to gain admiration across cultural and creative spaces, is not only an artist but an academic. She holds a BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from the University of South Africa (2018–2021) and completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Management from Regent Business School in 2022. This solid academic foundation fuels her disciplined approach to her career and her growing role as a leader in the entertainment and heritage sectors.
Award-Winning Influence
Her talent has not gone unnoticed. Hilary has received multiple accolades and nominations:
• 2025 Basadi in Music Awards – Nominee: Best Traditional Artist
• 2024 SATMA Awards – Nominee: Best Xitsonga Artist
• 2023 & 2022 SATMA Awards – Nominee: Best Traditional Social Media Influencer
• 2022 Golden Shield Award – Winner: Best Heritage Social Media Influencer
These honours reflect her unique ability to blend tradition with digital influence, using social media to elevate indigenous culture and language.
2025: The Year of Expansion
This year marks a major expansion in Miss Hilary’s artistic journey. She plans to:
• Release a new EP and two music videos
• Perform in Mozambique (2 shows)
• Host her annual heritage event revival in August
• Deliver unforgettable homecoming shows in Soweto and Limpopo
• Collaborate with a Mozambican artist
• Grow the presence of her clothing line and dance classes
Her EP is just the beginning — it paves the way for her debut full album, scheduled for release in April 2026.
2025–2028: Building an African Creative Empire
Miss Hilary’s four-year plan is bold and visionary:
2026:
• Release a full album during the Easter weekend
• Launch a national tour covering 4 provinces
• Expand her mother-and-child community initiative
• Perform in Botswana and Zimbabwe
• Work with top African music producers
2027:
• Drop her second full album
• Launch a children’s clothing range
• Host a national dance competition
• Appear at major African music festivals
• Secure brand endorsements in fashion and wellness
2028:
• Release a documentary series on her career journey
• Establish a creative hub in Limpopo (for dance, music, and fashion)
• Embark on a European dance tour (Portugal, France, UK)
• Partner with schools to launch arts and dance programs
• Release her third full album, followed by a global and African tour
• Launch the Hilary Foundation, focusing on women and youth arts education
• Introduce Hilary Kids TV on YouTube
• Take her clothing line into international online retailers
More Than an Artist — A Movement
Miss Hilary is more than just a performer. She is a storyteller, a cultural ambassador, and a changemaker. Her work resonates with those who value identity, empowerment, and forward-thinking creativity rooted in tradition. As she continues to rise, she’s not only representing her community — she’s redefining what it means to be a modern African woman in music.
With each beat, each outfit, and each step on stage, Miss Hilary is building a legacy. And the world is watching.
8 Aug English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews

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