| Birth name | Melita Mogale |
|---|---|
| Birth date | 27 January 2004 (age 22) |
| Birth place | Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa |
| Genre | Lekompo |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Occupation | Singer · songwriter |
| Years active | 2021–present |
| Label | Kharishma Entertainment |
Melita Mogale (born 27 January 2004) mononymously known as Kharishma, is a South African singer and songwriter.[1] She is best known for her contributions to the Limpopo music industry "Lekompo" genre.[2] She gained a prominence with her viral single Matome in 2023 and has since released several successful tracks and a debut album.[3][4] Fans refer her as the "Queen of Lekompo" with Shandesh and Janesh.[5]
Early life
Kharishma was born and bred in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa. She attended Boshego High School in Mantheding, where she developed an interest in music during her eighth-grade year.[6] Initially starting as a dancer and transitioned into singing, drawing inspiration from regional artists like Makhadzi.[7]
Career
Kharishma began her music career in 2021 with the release of her first major song Savannah, in collaboration with VRR PHA RSA.[8] While the track did not achieve mainstream success, it helped establish her presence in Polokwane and surrounding areas.[9]
Her breakthrough came in 2023 with the release of Matome, a collaboration with Ba Bethe Gashoazen.[10] The song went viral, amassing over 3 million streams and marking her entry into South African music industry.[11] Her song Chokeslam was the song of the year 2024 announced by the radio station Thobela FM and Capricorn FM.[12][13]
In 2025, she released her debut album, Hear My Testimony (Juno) featuring 14 tracks and collaborations with artists includes Snowflake, Miniasque Dididado, Ba Bethe Gashoazen and TSP.[14]
Personal life
In 2023, Kharishma confirmed her teenage pregnancy,[15] addressing public speculation on social media. She emphasized her focus on supporting her child and career, urging respect for her privacy.[16] In August 2024, she was involved in a car accident near Sedikela Filling Station on the R37 in Ga Kgwete, Greater Tubatse. She sustained mild injuries and was in stable condition following the incident.[17][18][19]
Discography
Studio albums
- Juno (2025)
Extended plays
- Malapi (2023)[20]
Singles
As lead artist
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZA | |||||||
| "Samuel" | 2022 | — | |||||
| "Malapi" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Rato" (Giggo Cosco, KholoMusiq, Kharishma) | 2023 | — | The Love Story | ||||
| "Tsa Lehloyo 2.0" (SSLASH S.A, Kharishma, Baby Dee) | — | ||||||
| "Wae Roba" (Ampee S.A, Kharishma, Krusher KR) | — | ||||||
| "Pelo Yaka" (Paige, Kharishma, Vee Mampeezy) | — | ||||||
| "Community" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Ong'costile" (071 Nelly The Master Beat, Kharishma) | — | ||||||
| "Matome" (Kharishma featuring Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Sekoloto" | — | ||||||
| "Sekoloto 2.0" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "O Phelan Jwang" (Naqua Phobla, Kharishma) | — | ||||||
| "Lesibana" (071Nelly The Master Beat, Titi Kgole, Kharishma) | — | ||||||
| "Areyeng" | — | ||||||
| "Mmalo" (Kharishma, 071Nelly The Master Beat) | — | ||||||
| "Savannah" (VRR PHA Production , Kharishma, ) | 2024 | — | |||||
| "Suka Maboss'eng" (Shebeshxt, Kharishma, Leemckrazy, Naqua SA) | — | ||||||
| "Cancel" (Shebeshxt, Kharishma, Boikarabelo) | — | ||||||
| "Keye Tloko" (Kharishma, DR Nel, DJ Active, Mash K Beats) | — | ||||||
| "Di Tleronko" (Kharishma, Phobla on the Beats, Prince Zulu) | — | ||||||
| "Kea Tiya Tiya" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Wa Ntaela Moya" (Kharishma, 071Nelly The Master Beat) | — | ||||||
| "Limpopo Anthem" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Chokeslem" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Re Hwela Eng" (Kharishma, Zoli White Smoke) | — | ||||||
| "Heelang Folang" (Kharishma, DJ Janisto, Mack Eaze) | — | ||||||
| "Spikareng" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen, VIDA SOUL) | — | ||||||
| "Hennessy" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Salam Aleikum" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen VIDA SOUL) | — | ||||||
| "Tlala O Nyele" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Moruti Nkapise" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Thintha Di Phese" (Kharishma, Ba Bethe Gashoazen) | — | ||||||
| "Ke Di Series" (Prince Benza, Kharishma) | — | ||||||
| "Jele" (Prince Benza, Kharishma,) | — | ||||||
| "Thokoza Bo Gogo" (Gogo Mathandis, Kharishma, Lilpefmance) | 2025 | — | |||||
| "Roller Dice" (Shebeshxt, Kharishma,VIDA SOUL, Naqua SA) | — | ||||||
| "Dubai" (Shebeshxt, Naqua SA, Kharishma, Mr Diego) | — | ||||||
| "High Fly Lekompo" (Buddy Sax, Kharishma, King Salah) | — | ||||||
| "Dildo TSA Yema" (071 Nelly The Master Beat, Kharishma) | — | ||||||
| "Ba Mo Rekisitse" (Kharishma, DJ Angelo, Buddy Sax, Mack Eaze) | — | ||||||
| "Dumela" (Kharishma, DJ Angelo, Buddy Sax, Sannere) | — | ||||||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||
As featured artist
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZA | |||||||
| "Di Chommi" (Shebeshxt feauring Kharishma, Naqua SA, Shandesh) | 2021 | — | Topless Shxt 3 | ||||
| "Reminder" (Tribby Wadi Bozza featuring harishma ) | 2023 | — | Beginning Our Forever | ||||
| "Sebetse" (Shebeshxt featuring Kharishma, Tribby Wadi Bozza) | 2024 | — | My Music My Story | ||||
| "Makhwapheni" (Makhadzi featuring Kharishma, Naqua SA) | 2025 | — | Mbofholowo | ||||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||
Awards and nominations
| Year | Association | Category | Nominated works | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limpopo Music Awards | 2024 | Best Female Artist | Herself | [21] | |
| Song of the Year | Chokeslem | ||||
| Thobela FM | [22] | ||||
| Capricorn FM | [23] | ||||
| Basadi in Music Awards | 2025 | Music Video of the Year | [24] | ||
| Dance Artist of the Year | Herself | ||||
| South African Social Media Awards | Popular SA Song on Social Media | Chokeslem | [25] | ||
| Metro FM Music Awards | 2026 | Best New Artist | Herself |
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