El.stephano - Chineke

South African Amapiano talents El.Stephano and Tumza D'Kota join forces with Ag'zo, Itumeleng Baabiloe, Victor Matome, Paseka Mokole, and Again Phoku on “Chineke.” The collaborative record opens their Tsamaya Series project, bringing together an impressive lineup for a polished production rooted in the contemporary Amapiano and Private School Piano sound.

“Chineke” was released on April 24, 2026, through Dikota Entertainment and runs for approximately 6 minutes and 50 seconds. The track moves at 113 BPM, with El.Stephano and Tumza D'Kota credited as producers. Ag'zo, Itumeleng Baabiloe, Victor Matome, Paseka Mokole, and Again Phoku also receive performance credits, while the songwriting credits include Itumeleng Baabiloe, Victor Matome, Paseka Mokole, and Again Phoku.

As the opening track of Tsamaya Series, “Chineke” establishes the project's extended, groove-focused approach from the start. The album contains 10 songs and runs for approximately one hour and 15 minutes, with further collaborations involving artists such as Ago, Senjay, Sky_T, and Dinho. This makes the project a substantial showcase of the creative partnership between El.Stephano and Tumza D'Kota.

With its steady tempo, spacious arrangement, and extensive list of contributors, “Chineke” offers an immersive introduction to Tsamaya Series. The track highlights the production abilities of El.Stephano and Tumza D'Kota while bringing several collaborators together in a unified Amapiano setting. It is a strong choice for listeners exploring the latest South African piano releases and the evolving sound of the genre in 2026.