Towela Kaira ( ; born 9 December 1993) is a Zambian singer, songwriter, and performer, professionally known mononymously as Towela. Her music spans Afro-fusion, R&B, and pop. She has also appeared in the television series Mungoma, portraying the character Chichi, and has received the Kwacha Music Award for Best Female Artist.
Kaira debuted professionally in 2019 with her single "Gold." She signed with Nexus Music Entertainment in 2020, releasing singles including "No Drama," "Delay," and "Lover." She has collaborated with other Zambian artists, including her brothers Macky 2 and Chef 187. Her career was profiled on the BBC's This Is Africa in 2025, where she discussed her artistic identity and social challenges.
Discography Albums + List of studio albums, with selected information Title Year Notes Open Your Eyes 2022 Debut studio album
Singles + List of singles, with selected details Title Year Notes "Gold" 2019 Debut single "One Day" (feat. Yo Maps) 2019 Collaboration single "Bon Appetit" (feat. Chef 187) 2019 Featured collaboration "Delay" (feat. Macky 2) 2020 Featured collaboration "Lover" 2021 Music video released "No Drama" 2021 "Dance to This" 2021 "Sticky" 2024 "Amina" 2024 "Zingati" (feat. BLOOD KID yvok, Xaven & Majoos) 2024 Featured collaboration "Love or Lifestyle" 2025 "Love or Lifestyle (Remix)" 2025 Remix version "Pye Pye" 2025 "Nakuyewa" (feat. Jae Cash) 2025 Featured collaboration
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