JOHANNESBRG - A rising star in South African hip-hop has become a force that's redefining the sound of the genre and championing the Xhosa language.

Asiphe 'Supreme Phoenix' Nyalambisa, a rapper from the Eastern Cape, is blending tradition with modernity, carving out a new path for Xhosa rap.

His sound is heavy, his flow is fresh, and his message is one of positivity and cultural pride.