Ukhozi FM has officially announced the ten songs vying for the highly contested 2025 Song of the Year title. The list was revealed on Monday, December 1, 2025, by presenter Khathide “Tshatha” Ngobe.
Revamped Voting System for Transparency
To address previous drama and criticism regarding transparency, the radio station introduced a new voting methodology this year. Listeners were required to select their top ten tracks from a pre-curated list of 20, with the final tally forming the official Top 10 contenders. Fans can now vote for their favourite song by sending an SMS to 32253.
The 2025 Top 10 Contenders
The list is heavily dominated by the trending 3-step genre, alongside amapiano-infused hits.
| Artist(s) | Song Title | Genre Trend | Notes |
| Jazzworx & Thukuthela | Isaka (6 AM) (ft. Ciza) | 3-step | The duo appears three times in the Top 10. |
| Jazzworx & Thukuthela | Bengicela (ft. MaWhoo) | 3-step | |
| Jazzworx & Thukuthela | [Third Song] | 3-step | (The article states they appear three times) |
| Zee Nxumalo | Mamma | Amapiano/3-step | Nxumalo has two songs in the running. |
| Zee Nxumalo | Mali (ft. Dlala Thukzin) | Amapiano/3-step | |
| Umafikizolo | Uyoncengwa Unyoko | Maskandi | The only Maskandi song in the race. |
| Sam Deep, Nia Pearl, Boohle, Mano | Shela | Amapiano | |
| Sjava | Uyena | Afro-Soul/Hip Hop | |
| Professor & Larny | Order | Kwaito/Gqom | |
| DJ Tira, Pcee, Campmasters, General C’Mamane | Awungazi | Gqom/Amapiano |
The artist behind the winning track, which will be announced during the New Year’s crossover celebration into 2026, will walk away with a brand-new VW Polo.
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