About Us

Awakening cultural consciousness and documenting South African Hip Hop Culture, no stone left unturned.

Our Story

RawAfrikanMaterial, your #1 source for the latest SA hip hop news and updates. We are dedicated to bringing you fresh, in-depth coverage of South African hip hop, including breaking news, new music releases, artist interviews, and industry trends shaping Mzansi’s rap culture. Whether you’re a hardcore fan, an up-and-coming rapper, or just passionate about hip hop in South Africa, we’ve got the content you need to stay ahead of the game.

About Our Company

At RawAfrikanMaterial, we shine a spotlight on both mainstream and underground SA hip-hop artists, ensuring their voices and music reach a wider audience. We cover everything from album and single releases, SA hip-hop events, cyphers, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content that gives you an inside look at the culture. Our goal is to not only report on the scene but to actively support and contribute to the growth of hip hop in South Africa by showcasing the artists and movements driving it forward.

Authencity

We are committed to delivering authentic content that resonates deeply with our audience.

Real Engagement

Our approach ensures that our readers receive content that is both relatable and trustworthy.

Unique Stories

In today’s digital landscape, where escapism and fantasy often dominate marketing strategies, we prioritize genuine storytelling that reflects the true essence of South African hip-hop culture

Our Achievements

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Number 1 SA hip-hop playlist on Youtube

Our SA hip-hop YouTube playlist has about 2 million listeners.

Created a bridge between mainstream and local scene

We were able to shine light on South African Hip-Hop upcoming stars through our playlists.

Successfully curated an album for upcoming hip-hop star

Curated an album for Scribes Pitso, ‘Wake & Bake’ which got over 300k streams and 3 sync opportunities, one on Netflix and 2 on eTV.

400K

Monthly Page Views

320

Written Stories

250

Places Reviewed

Ramosito Pitso

Chief Editor

Palesa Mohatlane

Developer

Barbara Etios

Graphic Designer

Want your banger on our playlists. Let’s Get in Touch.

With over 100k songs dropping everyday we can’t always find the right people who are moving the needle, if you truly believe it’s a banger get in touch it might just be what we need to complete our playlist.