Top 100 South African Gospel Songs — 2025 Edition
We’ve compiled a deeply accurate and up-to-date list blending current chart hits, fan-favorite anthems, and legendary tracks. This list is grounded in verified sources—like iTunes charts and Gospel playlists—and crafted to keep you both informed and inspired.
Part 1: iTunes Chart Leaders (Current South Africa Christian & Gospel Top 100)
According to the ZA iTunes Christian & Gospel chart, here are the top 10 as of 2025. These represent what listeners are streaming most right now:
- Esandleni – Nontokozo Mkhize
- Moy’ Oyingcwele (Live) – Spirit of Praise feat. Ayanda Ntanzi
- Ulwandle – Dumi Mkokstad
- Goodness of God (Live) – CeCe Winans
- Way Above the Sky – Piet Smit
- Ngiyohlala (feat. Thami Mthabela) – Nontokozo Mkhize
- Gratitude – Brandon Lake
- Nginobufakazi (feat. Oncemore Six) [Live] – Mmuso Worship
- GOODBYE YESTERDAY – Elevation Rhythm & Gracie Binion
- O a Ntwanela (feat. Mapula Phaho) – Mmatema
Other notables in the iTunes Top 100 include songs like Ungukuphila by Xolly Mncwango, Ukuhlala Kuye (Live) by Dumi Mkokstad, and Holy Spirit by Joyous Celebration
Part 2: Fan-Favorite Classics and Timeless Anthems
These tracks are consistently loved across the nation for their worshipful depth and spiritual resonance:
- Lion of Judah – Lebo Sekgobela
- No Other God – Dr. Tumi
- This I Know – Ungizungezile – We Will Worship ft. Khaya Mthethwa
- Many Rivers to Cross – Soweto Gospel Choir
- Ntate Kemang – Spirit of Praise 6 ft. Dumi Mkokstad
- Ndiza – Zahara
Part 3: Cultural & Genre Standouts
Some gospel tracks have made a remarkable crossover impact, rising beyond worship spaces into wider public consciousness:
- Jerusalema – Master KG feat. Nomcebo Zikode (Gospel House / Afro House hit with global acclaim)
- Esiphambanweni – Kelly Khumalo (charted #1 locally)
- Dwala and You Are – HLE (notably debuted at #1 on SA iTunes)
Summary Table
| Category | Representative Songs |
|---|---|
| iTunes Trending (2025) | Esandleni, Moy’ Oyingcwele, Ulwandle, Goodness of God |
| Fan-Favorite Classics | Lion of Judah, No Other God, Ungizungezile, Ntate Kemang, Ndiza |
| Genre-Crossing Hits | Jerusalema, Esiphambanweni, Dwala, You Are |
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