Mthokozisi Khathi is his real name, widely and professionally known by his stage name as DJ Tira. He is a popular and talented South African disc jockey, singer, songwriter and record producer who has done tremendously well in his country’s entertainment industry.
He was born on August 24, 1976. DJ Tira hails from KwaHlabisa, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
DJ Tira’s Educational Background
DJ Tira had his education at Mlokothwa High School and graduated in 1995.
He later bagged a degree in Human Resources at the University of Kwazulu-Natal (UKZN), South Africa. Since graduation, Tira made a full career in entertainment, thrilling and entertaining millions of fans across the globe.
DJ Tira’s Career
DJ Tira journey into the entertainment world began 2000 while still in the University as DJ, when he used to perform at various shows and events.
He has become widely and professionally known South African DJ, performing at international shows and collaborating with musical stars like Tzozo musical group.
DJ Tira later on formed a musical group called the Durban’s Finest with another DJ named DJ Sox, a subsidiary of the Kalawa Jazmee Records.
DJ Tira was also a signee under Oskido, the first to give DJ Tira a record label deal.
In 2007, DJ Tira launched his own recording studio named the studio Afrotainment and thereafter signed DJ Cndo as the first artist on his record label.
In 2008, the talented singer and DJ made a debut as a featured artist in music tracks.
DJ Tira has so far released good number of songs, some of which are:
- Won’t Let Go
- Scelu Moya
- Uthando
- No Rush
- Ngisemathandweni I
- ndluzela
- SuperHero
- Sfuna Abo Chomi
- Summertime
- Woza Mshanami
- Siyagroova
- Zulu Lami
- Amachankura
- Sobuye Sibonane
- No Rush Remix
- Happy Days
- Baba Ka Mosh
- Izibongo Ze Bearings
- Makoya Van Best
- Ungesabi
- Tira’s Boot
- Rambo
- Coco
- Ngawe
- Sikiidi (2022), among many others.
DJ Tira is indeed a star to reckon with, very creative and talented. He has done tremendously well in the South African entertainment industry over the years and presently one of the hottest DJs in the South African music industry.
His Personal Life
DJ Tira is happily married to his lovely wife, Gugu Khathi in 2013 and they are blessed with three children namely, Junior Khathi, Chase Khathi and Chichi Khathi.
DJ Tira’s Net Worth
DJ Tira has made a big name in the South African entertainment industry with an estimated net worth of about $2 million dollars.
He has remained prominent on social media with large fan base. You can reach or follow DJ Tira on:
- Instagram handle: DJtira
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