LANDING at OR Tambo International Airport yesterday morning, Sjava was given a hero’s welcome.
The singer, whose real name is Jabulani Hadebe, put Mzansi on the world stage this weekend when he won the Viewers’ Choice Best International Act category at the BET Awards in Los Angeles, US.
Reporters and fans were waiting for him at the airport in Ekurhuleni.
They had placards with his name and picture on them and helium balloons.
Sjava spoke to his fans for a while and thanked them for all their support.
Ambitiouz Entertainment head of public relations Gaba Sebego said: “This is our third nomination in three years and we were third time lucky.
“It’s fantastic and humbling to have a black-owned record label reminding us the African child’s dream is valid.
“Sjava would like to thank his supporters who voted for him. He’s completely humbled by South Africa and Africa’s response to his win.”
Sjava said his win proved you don’t have to run away from your roots.
“It’s not just my story. It’s also an African story. Let’s be an inspiration to every dreamer out there.”
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