Meet Evans Nsongela Kandeke, Also Known as DJ Kandeke: The Manager of Yo Maps

Who is Evans Nsongela “DJ Kandeke” Kandeke?

Evans Nsongela Kandeke is a Zambian man who is better known as Dj Kandeke. He is the manager of one of Zambia’s most popular musicians, Yo Maps, whose real name is Elton Mulenga. DJ Kandeke helps plan Yo Maps’s music career and guides him in making important decision.

Where He Comes From and How He Started

DJ Kandeke was born in Chililabombwe, which is a town in the Copperbelt Province of Zambia. When he was still young, he moved to Kabwe, where he went to school and finished his education.

He started working in the music world as someone who organized events like music shows. He also worked as a deejay (a person who plays music at events or on the radio) at KNC Radio, which is a radio station in Kabwe. Later, he worked with a group called Pollywood Records.

Now, DJ Kandeke is the CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of a music company called All Seasons Records. That means he is the boss of the company and runs it. He also owns a clothing brand called Same God, Different Day Clothing. This shows that he is not only working in music but is also a businessman.

His Dreams and What He Wants to Achieve

DJ Kandeke has big dreams. He wants to help Zambian music grow and be known in other countries around the world. He especially wants Yo Maps’s music to become popular outside Zambia.

He also wants to help young and new musicians in Zambia. He opened a free music studio for 50 upcoming artists. This studio helps people who don’t have money to record their songs and start their music careers.

Some of His Big Achievements

DJ Kandeke has done many great things in the music industry:

In January 2024, he and Yo Maps started working on their own record label. This label will help produce music and support more artists.

In May 2025, he helped Yo Maps work on a new song with Diamond Platnumz, a very famous singer from Tanzania. This is a big step for Zambian music.

In 2024, DJ Kandeke won an award called Best Star Manager of the Year at the Shining Star Africa Awards.

Special Moments

In May 2023, Yo Maps gave DJ Kandeke a Mercedes-Benz car. This was a gift to say thank you for all the help and support Kandeke gave him. It shows they have a strong friendship and work very well together.

This is just something special.

Speaking Up for Artists and the Industry

DJ Kandeke is known for speaking out about how artists should be treated. He often warns people not to use songs without permission, and he believes that there should be written agreements in the music business to protect everyone.

He also tells upcoming artists to believe in themselves and to invest in their own careers. He says they should not always wait for sponsors or record labels to help them—they can also take action and build themselves up. His free studio for new artists is part of this message.

Why DJ Kandeke Is Important

DJ Kandeke is more than just a music manager. He is a leader, a mentor, and a businessman. He supports young artists, helps Yo Maps reach bigger audiences, and wants to make Zambian music grow across Africa and beyond.

He understands both music and business, which helps him do his job well. Many people in Zambia look up to him for how he supports the music industry.

Evans “DJ Kandeke” Kandeke is one of the key people behind Yo Maps’s success. From playing music at events, to managing a superstar, to starting a record label, Kandeke has done a lot. He is helping the Zambian music industry grow by supporting talent, building businesses, and making big dreams come true.