The two Nguye Yedwa singers visited with workers Osindisweni Hospital in Verulam outside Durban in KwaZulu Natal (KZN) on Friday.

Tira and Mbali were accompanied by legendary radio presenter Linda Sibiya, Afrotainmant artists Duncan, Qwabe Twins, Mgilano and Uzalo actor Thu Sheleni.

Speaking to Mdn News after the event, Mbali said the visits to the hospital was to show love to the workers for the hard work they do for the people of Osindisweni.

“The aim of this initiative was to give back to my community. To show some.love to the people who have supported me from day one. Without them, there will be no Mbali Ngidi. I decided to partner with Malume (Dj Tira) because he is like my brother, my father, my uncle who is mentoring me in the music industry,” she said.

Mbali said that being in Osindisweni reminded her of her late mother who used to work in the same hospital.

“This hospital is very close to my heart and very special. I have good mwmories about it, my mother worked here for years and everything that we have become today is because of this hospital. So Valentines Day is not only for lovers but it is tue day to show love. It is the day which is meant for us to show love amongst each other. It is about the love that you give and the love tjat you receive,” she said.

The workers were later blessed with perfomances from Tira, Mbali, Duncan and Qwabe Twins.

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Under the theme “Flowers For Those Who Keep Our Nation Singing,” the awards made a clear statement: celebrate artists while their voices are still resonant, while the music is still breathing.

Goldmax emerged as one of the night’s defining figures. His album Play At Your Own Risk claimed Album of the Year and Best Gqom Album, earning him Male Artist of the Year and firmly positioning gqom at the centre of the national conversation.

Towering with quiet authority was Thandiswa Mazwai, whose album Sankofa dominated the ceremony. She was named Female Artist of the Year and walked away with Best African Adult Contemporary Album, Best Engineered Album, and Best Produced Album a masterclass in intention, memory and musical return.

Collective power was celebrated through Black Motion, who won Duo or Group of the Year and Best Collaboration for Takala, reinforcing the enduring strength of unity in South African music.

The future was ushered forward with purpose as Nontokozo Mkhize claimed Newcomer of the Year for Lindiwe a debut rooted in faith, feeling and promise.

Across genres, the awards reflected the breadth of the country’s sonic landscape. Kelvin Momo won Best Amapiano Album for Ntsako; Dlala Thukzin took Best Dance Album for Finally Famous Too, 25K secured Best Hip Hop Album for Loyal To The Plug: The Life & Times of Don Kilograms, Sjava won Best Afro Pop Album for Isibuko (Deluxe); and Khuzani was honoured with Best Maskandi Album for Angidlali Nezingane. In jazz, Peter Auret received Best Jazz Album for Hope Dies Last.

Technical and artistic excellence were also foregrounded. Shekhinah won Best Produced Music Video for Risk, while awards for adult contemporary, rock, reggae, traditional, alternative and faith based music underscored the depth of South Africa’s creative ecosystem.

Beyond the country’s borders, Nigerian star Ayra Starr received the Rest of Africa Award for The Year I Turned 21 , reinforcing South Africa’s place within a broader continental rhythm.

More than a spectacle, SAMA31 functioned as dialogue between elders and newcomers, between tradition and innovation, between memory and momentum. Elegance on the red carpet mirrored intention on stage, and the performances reminded audiences why live music moments still matter.

As the final notes faded, one truth remained clear: SAMA31 was not only a celebration of excellence, but a living archive of South African sound giving artists their flowers, in real time.

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