Their hymns have been a source of comfort in many South African homes over the past three decades, and to celebrate their fourth decade, an Amadodana Ase Wesile documentary is in the pipeline. The internationally renowned gospel choir was founded in 1985 by Thomas Mokhati and Mongezi Nhose, both members of the Methodist Church. The all-men group has more than 40 albums under its belt.
It has been a staple in the gospel fraternity, reaching people of all faiths in black communities. Speaking to News24, Thabang Buthelezi, the granddaughter of founder Thomas Mokhati, said the documentary idea was sparked by fashion designer Lukhanyo Mdingi's exhibition, The Provenance Part II. Buthelezi said the doccie is an excellent story for South Africa because the gospel group has done credible work for the country.
She, along with filmmaker and archive researcher Sifiso Khanyile, director Sanaa Mothabisa, photographer Andile Buka, and producer Tidimalo Rampou, wants to bring to life the story of Amadodana Ase Wesile. About the Documentary The documentary celebrates her grandfather's life journey and the group's contributions to the black church and community. "We're gonna be looking at the 40-year-journey, but I also want to look at the founder's life.
Where my grandfather started and who he was before Amadodana Ase Wesile because he had a completely different life. There's a newspaper article about him before the group, and he was doing different things. He has an interesting life.
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