Noluthando Ngqunge (also known as Thando Jiyane), a devout Christian, was born in a small village called Kwazakhele near the windy city of Port Elizabeth.
Thando started singing at age eight in Sunday school choir and says that she knew immediately that this is what she wanted to do for the rest of her life!
Her strong, clear voice, bubbly personality and obvious talent will ensure that she gets her wish.
She has performed with many choirs and as a backing singer on tracks from jazz to gospel..
