Sibongile Khumalo’s singing talents ranged from opera to jazz, choral music, and musical theatre. Among her many accolades, including various awards for her stage performances, the icon holds the Order of Ikhamanga in silver. This is one of the highest acknowledgments South Africa has bestowed on her in recognition of her contribution to the advancement within arts and culture.
In 2009, Khumalo was honoured by Rhodes University in Grahamstown, South Africa, by being awarded a Doctor of Music honoris causa. She has also been awarded honorary doctorates by the University of South Africa (Doctor of Musicology Honoris Causa) and the University of Zululand (Doctor of Philosophy Honoris Causa).
