Oskido (ZA)

Oscar "Oskido" Mdlongwa i s o n e of the architects of South African dance music, with a career spanning more than three decades a s a DJ, producer and co- founder of the legendary Kalawa Jazmee Records.
A South African electronic music pioneer, his influence spans generations through decades of collaboration, mentorship and support for emerging talent, alongside artists a n d DJs including Black Coffee, DJ Maphorisa, D J Zinhle a n d Shimza. Today, his focus is firmly on Afro House, bringing South African rhythm, deep percussion and soulful musicality to clubs a n d festivals worldwide. In 2026, Oskido received t h e Order of Ikhamanga in Silver, one of South Africa's highest national honours bestowed by the President, recognising his decades of developing young talent a n d helping shape South African dance music.