Victoria Wezi Mhone was born on 25 May 1992 in Ndola, Zambia. Her father was Apostle Simon Mhone (now deceased), and her mother is Pastor Royce Chanje Banda. From a young age, she was drawn to music and performing. By age 7 she was already singing for school, family, and in church settings. At around age 11 she began writing poems and composing songs. She attended North Rise Basic School in Ndola for primary schooling and went on to Dominican Convent High School. She later studied at the University of Zambia in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
Entry into Music & Early Career
Professionally, Wezi’s music career began around 2012–2013. She signed her first record deal in 2013 with Bizzy Baila International, under which she released singles such as Ambuya, Nipulumuseni, and Tichitenji. After leaving that label in 2014, she briefly worked with Vibrant Media and then MOJO Music, though many of her songs with those labels were not released.
In 2016, she released her debut EP titled Uhai. This EP proved to be a major turning point, earning her the New Artist of the Year prize at the 2016 Zambia Music Awards. The launch of Uhai was a significant event; she performed at Alliance Française in a show with a full house, joined by other artists such as Jay Rox, Cleo Ice Queen, Maureen Lilanda, etc.
Style, Themes, and Influence
Wezi is recognised for her unique blend of Afro-soul / neo-soul, Afropop, pop and occasional jazz influences. Her lyrical content often draws from her faith, personal experiences (both uplifting and challenging), relationships, and social issues. She has spoken about self-image challenges and uses her platform to address matters like gender-based violence and social justice.
Recent Work (2023-2025)
Over recent years, Wezi has remained active in releasing music and collaborating with other artists, as well as participating in high-profile events.
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Singles & Collaborations: In 2024, she collaborated with Chile One on “Love Is a Beautiful Thing”. She has had other recent singles and featured tracks, such as Kety (single release in October 2024) and Sunset with several featured artists in 2025.
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Covers: She released a cover of “Take My Heart” (originally by General Ozzy featuring Radio & Weasel) as a birthday tribute.
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Events: In August 2025, Wezi was one of the artists who powered the ROARR global entertainment movement’s launch at Victoria Falls. She performed a reorchestrated track “Waterfalls Never End” alongside artists James Sakala and Maureen Lilanda, the Mukuni Village Choir, and The Amplified Band.
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Recognition Beyond Music: In late 2024, she was honored by the Zambia Medical Association with the “Artist Award” for using her platform to raise awareness on health-related matters.
Awards & Achievements
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Zambian Music Awards 2016: New Artist of the Year for Uhai.
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Other nominations: She was nominated for the Kora Awards in 2017.
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Label engagements: After working independently, she signed with Elation Entertainment, a Zambian record label, around 2018.
Personal & Social Impact
Wezi has been open about being influenced by her Christian upbringing, which continues to inform her values, her music, and her themes. She has also been vocal about skin complexion issues and self-esteem, addressing public critique and encouraging self-acceptance. Through songs and public appearances, she supports causes like health awareness and community wellbeing.
Current Status & Future Directions
As of mid-2025:
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Wezi continues to release singles and collaborate with regional artists.
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She remains an established name in Zambia’s music industry, with growing recognition for her contributions beyond just entertainment (e.g. public health, social awareness).
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Her participation in events like ROARR suggests a leaning toward more experiential, collaborative, and cross-border performances.
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Given her trajectory, it seems likely she will continue exploring new musical directions, possibly integrating more international collaborations, perhaps working on a full-album project or more ambitious performing projects.
