Shimza, born Ashley Raphala, is one of South Africa's leading electronic music artists. Renowned for his signature blend of Afro house, deep rhythms, and hypnotic grooves, he has performed at prestigious events including Tomorrowland, Cercle, Boiler Room, Ultra, and Burning Man. As the founder of KUNYE, a label and platform dedicated to showcasing African talent globally, Shimza has established himself as one of the defining figures of modern Afro house.