Patricia Thandeka Dhlana-Jele was born in Bula- wayo. She is married with two children and she stays in Nkulumane. Growing up in Gwabalanda, she was part of a school choir at Inyanda High School and at Foundation college. In her professional career, she has worked with a number of celebrated artistes with her major highlight being part of the Lozikeyi Musical Project.
On being selected to be part of MMM, Thandy Dhlana said: “I’m so humbled to be one of those chosen to be part of this initiative. It is indeed an honour. Music is my passion, my drive and my vehicle to reach out to people. It is a pivotal platform where I can table critical, controver- sial and unspoken issues, as well as to teach and share knowledge with communities to empower them.
“The creative process was on MMM is an interesting journey in which I’ve learned a lot, rediscovered myself. It opened my eyes to the power that women hold, as well as their responsibility in protecting their families, communities and nation.”