Namibian kwaito and amapiano artist Daniel Ndara, popularly known as Jittah Run Jozi, has officially set the tone for summer with his latest single ‘Weekend’, a vibrant collaboration with rap heavyweight Jericho.
The track, already making waves on streaming platforms and dance floors, captures the spirit of celebration and togetherness that defines the season.
Speaking to unwrap.online, Jittah shares that the collaboration with Jericho had been in the works for years, but timing finally aligned at a recent event in northern Namibia.
“We’ve known each other for a while and always wanted to work together, but the right time never seemed to come,” he says. “When Jericho came up north for the Miss Namibia event, we finally connected. I must say, God has His way of bringing people together.”
The result of that long-awaited connection is ‘Weekend’ a fusion of nostalgic kwaito rhythms and modern amapiano elements, designed to unite generations.
“This song is a come-together song for both the young and the old, creating memories with family, friends, colleagues and even neighbours,” Jittah explains.
“I blended the new sound with the old to create a memorable melody, and added log drums to give it the right feel.”
Beyond performing Jittah wears another important hat, that of a producer and founder of Unamono Productions, his independent label and creative hub. Balancing both worlds, he says, comes down to discipline and dedication.
“Time allocation is very important for me as an artist,” he said. “I dedicate specific weeks or months to studio time and I manage the production side daily. Like I always say, dedication is key.”
Jittah’s music stands out for its fusion of kwaito, amapiano, and Afro-pop, a sound that feels both deeply Namibian and globally current. He credits his father for sparking his love for music.
“My dad inspired me. He had a whole collection of cassettes and CDs from the 90s. That’s how I fell in love with different sounds,” he says.
He says he believes this versatility is helping position Namibia as a serious player in the African music scene.
“Our sound has evolved to the global stage,” he says. “The outside world is listening. They’re not just influencing us anymore, they’re also hopping on our sound. It’s beautiful to see Namibian artists getting more recognition across borders.”
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