South African DJ and producer DBN Gogo, born Mandisa Radebe, has reached an exciting new milestone in her career after gracing the cover of Forbes Africa for its prestigious Over 30 Under 50 issue.
The announcement, which broke in February 2026, marked a proud moment for the 32-year-old powerhouse, who has steadily transformed her brand from electrifying DJ sets to building a thriving business empire. Over the years, DBN Gogo has expanded her influence beyond the decks, establishing a record label, assembling a strong team, and developing a vision that stretches far beyond music.
Sharing the news on social media, she reflected on her journey and the growth that has defined her career.
“What started behind the decks grew into a business. A label. A team. A vision bigger than me.
Honoured to be selected as one of the 2026 cover stars for the Over 30 Under 50 list by @forbesafrica @forbeswomanafrica
I’m truly excited to share more about what I’ve been building, not just as a DJ, but as a businesswoman. This journey has been about risk, resilience and ownership.”
Her cover feature not only celebrates her achievements in music but also highlights her evolution into a formidable entrepreneur shaping Africa’s creative economy.
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