Significance
Mafokate is particularly significant for breaking economic barriers that hampered South African artists of previous generations. By becoming owner of 999 Records, Mafokate broke economic barriers and helped bring kwaito into a new era. "' The presence of independent companies is a hallmark of kwaito's evolution, signifying, in the case of people like Mafokate... a growing Black economic empowerment within the music industry."' In addition to his economic success he is also unique for helping to broaden kwaito's appeal internationally. "Arthur has begun to have an impact on the overseas marker, with a promotional performance in Spain last year knocking the socks off the sometimes jaded international music."
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