Anatii Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Studio Album, Awards, Girlfriend, Singles

Anathi Bhongo Mnyango, known professionally as Anatii, is a South African rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer who first made waves at the age of 14 when a track he produced for artist L‑Tido earned national attention.

His debut studio album, Artiifact, released in 2016 and featuring collaborations with heavyweights like BX and international stars including Tiwa Savage and Omarion, propelled him into the spotlight.

Beyond producing hits for himself, he has contributed to songs by major artists, such as Beyoncé’s Grammy‑winning “Brown Skin Girl”.

Profile

• Full name: Anathi Bhongo Mnyango
• Nickname: Anatii, Electronic Bushman
• Date of birth: 8 January 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Bisho, Eastern Cape, South Africa
• State of origin: Eastern Cape
• Nationality: South African
• Profession: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
• Height: N/A
• Parents: Father (DJ/radio presenter, name N/A), Mother (name N/A)  
• Siblings: Sister – Ma Nala (musician)  
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: Single (previously linked to Kay‑Lynne Cloete)  
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: Black South African
• Net worth: 1 – 10 million USD

Early Life and Education

Anatii is now 32 years old and was born on 8 January 1993 in Bisho, Eastern Cape. He spent his early childhood with his parents and siblings; his father worked as a DJ and radio presenter, inspiring Anatii’s interest in music and performance.

After his father passed away when Anatii was around 15, the family relocated to Johannesburg. He attended Southdowns College in Centurion, Gauteng. By age 14, he was already producing music professionally.

Personal Life

Anatii prefers to keep his life private. He grew up with his mother and sister, Ma Nala, also a musician. He was previously romantically linked to Kay‑Lynne Cloete.

At present, he appears single and has no publicly known spouse or children. His closest family relationship appears to be with his sister Ma Nala, though full details about current family dynamics are limited.

Career

At 14, Anatii received his first major placement producing “When It Rains” for L‑Tido, marking his entry into South African hip‑hop. In 2009, he contributed to Coca‑Cola’s “Summer Yama Summahh” campaign and the FIFA Confederations Cup opening ceremony.

His debut album, Artiifact, released on 9 September 2016, included features from top performers such as Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Tiwa Savage, Faarrow, and Omarion. A year later, he released the collaborative album Be Careful What You Wish For with AKA in July 2017, followed by Iyeza in October 2018.

His influential posts in 2017 included being named The Young Independents influencer of the year and appearing among GQ South Africa’s best‑dressed men.

In November 2017, he was selected as a high‑level UNHCR influencer, and in 2018, he was listed in Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 creatives.

He also co-wrote Beyoncé’s “Brown Skin Girl” and “Mood 4 Eva,” earning Grammy recognition. In late 2024, he lost 53 kg in a year and signed an international deal with US-based Gamma label ahead of his BOOM SZN album.

Awards

• SA Hip Hop Awards 2015: Best Music Video – The Saga ft. AKA (won)
• SA Hip Hop Awards 2015: Best Collaboration – The Saga ft. AKA (won)
• South African Hip Hop Awards 2017: Best Collaboration – 10 Fingers with AKA (won)
• South African Music Awards 2019: Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award – Brown Skin Girl (won)
• The Young Independents Influencer of the Year 2017
• GQ South Africa Best Dressed Men 2017
• Forbes Africa “30 Under 30” Creatives 2018

Net worth

Anatii’s current net worth is estimated between 1 million and 10 million USD, earned from his music production, songwriting (including international hits), album releases, performances, endorsement deals, and international label agreements.

Social Media

• Instagram: @anatii
• Twitter/X: @ANATII.eth  

Discography

Studio albums:

• Artifact (2016)
• Be Careful What You Wish For (with AKA) (2017)
• Iyeza (2018)
• Boom SZN (2024)

Singles:

• Thunder Thighs (2012)
• Bananaz (feat. DJ Khaled) (2014)
• Freedom (2016)
• The Saga (feat. AKA) (2015)
• Feeling on Me (2015)
• Hours (2016)
• Jump (with Cassper Nyovest feat. Nasty C) (2016)
• 10 Fingers (with AKA) (2017)
• Don’t Forget to Pray (with AKA) (2017)
• Thixo Onofefe (2018)
• Ntloni (2018)