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CIZA RELEASES NEW SINGLE “MARIA” FEATURING RENOWNED DJ FRANCIS MERCIER
A Bold, Cross-Continental Collaboration Arrives as the Rising African Star Continues to Redefine the Global Music Landscape
(Johannesburg, South Africa – November 28, 2025) – Today, global music force and genre-blending South African artist Ciza officially released his highly anticipated new single “Maria,” out now via LVRN Records (Love Renaissance). The track features acclaimed Haitian DJ and producer Francis Mercier, marking a striking collaboration that further expands Ciza’s boundary-pushing vision and reinforces his place among the most exciting voices shaping modern African music.
At just 24 years old, Ciza continues to defy genre limitations with his distinctive 3-Step sound, a forward-thinking fusion drawing from Amapiano, Afrohouse, and Broken Beat. “Maria” showcases the full scope of his technical mastery and emotive artistry, offering fans a hypnotic, globally rooted dance record that bridges African and diaspora soundscapes.
The collaboration with Francis Mercier, widely celebrated for his genre-crossing productions and electrifying DJ presence, adds an invigorating new dimension to Ciza’s catalog, bringing together two innovators whose creative worlds align in rhythm, energy, and vision.
As one of Africa’s most promising young stars, Ciza continues to build momentum following the viral success of his recent hit “Isaka,” which has taken TikTok by storm. With each release, he further cements his place at the forefront of a new era of African music defined by unity, cultural pride, and global crossover appeal.
“Maria” is available now on all major streaming platforms. For more information, follow Ciza on Instagram @ciza.sa.
ABOUT CIZA
Ciza, born Nkululeko Nciza, is a 24-year-old South African artist redefining the African sound with his bold, genre-bending music. He burst onto the scene in 2020 with hits like “Come Alive” and “Adje,” quickly gaining traction across the continent. Despite coming from a musically prominent family, Ciza has carved out his own path, driven by originality, discipline, and a pan-African vision. His debut EP, Golden Boy, featured top African artists and showcased his versatility by fusing Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Afropop. Now, with his viral track “Isaka” taking TikTok by storm, Ciza is poised to lead a new era of African music rooted in unity, cultural pride, and global appeal.
