12 Dec 2025

Most gospel songs arrive as gentle reminders of God’s comfort, but rising gospel artist  Tefo Phiri and his wife, Tshiamo Phiri, have stepped forward with something far more resolute.

Their new single, Ga Kena Pelaelo, is not a soft hymn but a bold declaration of trust in God’s might and grace—released at a time when doubt often speaks louder than faith.

Co-written as a couple, the song mirrors their shared spiritual journey, capturing the victories they celebrate, the trials they confront, and the steadfast belief that God remains constant through every season. Their partnership lends the single its emotional weight, transforming it from a simple melody into a lived testimony anchored in resilience and unity.

Phiri said the message behind the song is timely, especially in a world where sadness, anxiety and emotional strain have become daily realities for many. He believes gospel music still carries a rare power to steady the mind, lift the spirit and remind listeners that life’s storms are never faced alone.

Ga Kena Pelaelo marks another step in a musical journey that began in 2010 when Phiri released his debut album Tsela e le Thata after years of serving in his church’s praise and worship ministry. His work quickly earned recognition, securing nominations at major gospel platforms including the BOMU Awards, BOGMA and the Annual Gospel Awards (AGA).

In 2016, he followed with his second album, Morena wa Barena, which further cemented his reputation as a sincere and consistent voice in Botswana’s gospel music scene.

Reflecting on the challenges faced by local musicians, Phiri said the journey was not always easy in a country where the industry itself continued to grow. “Challenges are always there, but resilience is what keeps me going, and my uniqueness will one day get me to greater places,” he said.

That resilience pulses through Ga Kena Pelaelo—a song shaped by real experiences and the quiet courage of choosing trust when the road is steep, the resources limited and the vision still unfolding.

As he enters this new chapter, Phiri said he hoped the song encouraged listeners to stand firm, speak boldly and hold onto the grace that continued to carry them through uncertain times.

With his wife beside him and a renewed message to share, Phiri steps forward not only as an artist, but as a vessel confident that the God he sings about is still writing his story. ENDS