Third Eye

Born in 1984, Third Eye (real name Mandela Mwanza) is one of the well-known hip-hop figures in Malawi. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, he is also known as a poet and songwriter. His love for the arts began when he was in school. While growing up, he nurtured his talent and was prompted to drop college and become a full time musician. He had enrolled for a Philosophy degree. His parents were not happy with his decision, they tried to encourage him to return to college but it never worked.

In 2007, he released his debut album ‘Imagine Being Jesus and Not Knowing It’. The project was a success. This saw him partnering with arts and cultural institutions such as UNICEF, Goethe Institute, British Council, CocaCola and Madonna’s Raising Malawi.

He has shared the stage with The Maccabees, Freshly Ground ,K’naan, The Foals,Sway,2 Face Idibia, DJ Oskido ,Beverly Knight and many others.