Amapiano sensation and entrepreneur Lady Du continues to prove that her success goes far beyond the music stage. The star’s beauty franchise, Wawa La Beauty, has been honoured as the Best Township Luxury Business in the hair and beauty space — marking yet another major milestone in her thriving career.
Taking to Instagram to celebrate the win, Lady Du shared her excitement and gratitude with her followers, revealing that this award makes it her 10th career accolade. “Welcoming my 10th award 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 This time it’s not for Lady Du but my baby @wawalabeauty1 😭😭😭😭😭,” she wrote. “Last year we won CEO of the Year at the Basadi Awards. This year, my salon was honoured as one of the best township luxury businesses in the hair and beauty space.”
The Catalia hitmaker couldn’t hold back her emotions as she reflected on her journey from artist to business mogul. “I cry because God always picks me. I have never applied for any space anywhere, but I’m always recognised by people who are complete strangers to me. Don’t stop working! Continue your journey even when you feel like giving up,” she shared in her heartfelt post.
Wawa La Beauty, which Lady Du built from the ground up, has become a symbol of empowerment and excellence within South Africa’s township economy. Located in Germiston, the salon combines top-tier luxury with township accessibility, offering beauty services that cater to a wide range of women while maintaining a high-end standard.
Lady Du’s journey with Wawa La Beauty began in 2022 when she took a major financial risk by investing her music earnings into building the salon instead of paying off her house. That bold move has paid off tremendously, with the business expanding into multiple franchises and inspiring many young entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams.
“Thank you to everyone that contributed in making all my businesses a success,” Lady Du added. “I love all of you nonke guys. Even the ones that are negative — y’all have helped shape me into the woman I am today ❤️.”
With yet another award under her belt, Lady Du continues to redefine what it means to be a multifaceted woman in South Africa — balancing fame, business, and purpose with grace and determination.
