ANZA (ZA)

Anza’s sound is anchored in the deep and hypnotic rhythms of Gqom and Afro-house, forged in vibrant backdrop of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, and carried forward through a distinctly global lens. Now based in Japan, Anza is a versatile Afro-tech DJ and the Executive Director of Komplex, a platform founded with a vision to rejuvenate international cultural expression through music.

Through his delicately curated mixes and scintillating performances in Asia’s underground scene, Anza seeks to take the energy of African electronic music beyond its established boundaries—connecting its rhythms, movement, and spirit with audiences across the world. His sets are more than musical experiences; they are a means of cultural exchange, introducing new audiences to the evolving language of Afro-house while creating space for African sounds to resonate globally.