South African gospel choir Umlazi Gospel Choir delivers a soul-stirring new single titled “Lalela i’ndaba (Bafungile)” — a powerful hymn of faith and gratitude.
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Hailing from the township of Umlazi, Durban, Umlazi Gospel Choir has become known for its rich harmonies, traditional-meets-contemporary gospel sound, and heartfelt worship anthems. The song “Lalela i’ndaba (Bafungile)” appears on their 2025 album Lalel’Indaba — a body of work centered around spiritual introspection, hope, and communal worship.
Moreover, “Lalela i’ndaba (Bafungile)” reaffirms Umlazi Gospel Choir’s position as one of South Africa’s most moving gospel ensembles, with a voice that bridges generational worship traditions and contemporary gospel listeners.
“Lalela i’ndaba (Bafungile)” calls on listeners to “listen to the story” — a message of redemption, faithfulness, and divine blessing. The title phrase “Bafungile” (roughly “they are blessed” / “forgiven”) speaks to hope, spiritual renewal and gratitude in the face of life’s trials. The song combines warm choir harmonies, call-and-response vocals, and emotionally rich instrumentation to uplift hearts and spirits.
Listen ”Umlazi Gospel Choir – Lalela I Ndaba (Bafungile)” below;
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