Mohale Mashigo

Mohale
Mashigo

Mohale Mashigo, is the pen name of Carol Mashigo, also known by her stage name, Black Porcelain. She is a radio moderator, storyteller, award-winning singer and songwriter. With her music now play-listed in over 36 countries, Black Porcelain’s debut album, Invincible Summer, won Best Creative album at the Wawela Music Awards in 2013. The Yearning is her debut novel.

Mohale Mashigo, is the pen name of Carol Mashigo, also known by her stage name, Black Porcelain. She is a radio moderator, storyteller, award-winning singer and songwriter. With her music now play-listed in over 36 countries, Black Porcelain’s debut album, Invincible Summer, won Best Creative album at the Wawela Music Awards in 2013. The Yearning is her debut novel.

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