Zimbabwean rapper Young Gemini has teamed up with South African artist Fifi Cooper on a new single, ‘What’s Happening’. The track is taken from Young Gemini’s forthcoming extended play (EP), 5 YEARS, and will be accompanied by an official music video.
The collaboration brings together two artists from neighbouring countries, combining their approaches to hip-hop and rhythm and blues (R&B).
Young Gemini’s career#
Born Tania Seremwe, Young Gemini began her music career in 2019 and has since built a presence in Zimbabwe’s hip-hop scene. She won the Best Female Zim Hip Hop award in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Her music incorporates hip-hop, rap, R&B and Afro-inspired sounds. Her work has drawn attention from international media platforms, including:
Fifi Cooper’s background#
Fifi Cooper, whose real name is Refilwe Boingotlo Moeketsi, is a South African rapper, singer and songwriter. She began her career as an R&B vocalist before gaining recognition with her 2010 single ‘Chechela Morago’.
She further established herself in South Africa’s music industry with her debut album, 20FIFI, released in 2015.
The single and the EP#
‘What’s Happening’ previews Young Gemini’s upcoming EP, 5 YEARS, which reflects on her musical journey and development since she entered the industry.
Regional exchange#
The release adds to the exchange between Zimbabwean and South African hip-hop artists. Female performers continue to contribute to the genre’s development across the region.
