Ndivhuwo Elaine Mukheli, known mononymously as Elaine, is a South African R&B singer and songwriter from Pretoria. While studying law at the University of the Witwatersrand, she self-released her debut EP Elements in September 2019.

Which tribe is Elaine from?

1. She is South African. A surprise to many who hear her music. Her full name is Ndivhuwo Elaine Mukheli, born in Pretoria 2 April 1999, and she's Venda too.

Can Elaine speak Venda?

Elaine is a Tshivenda-speaking singer and songwriter from Pretoria, which often comes as a surprise to many of the rising star's fans. ... The singer's origins and background often come as a surprise to many, particularly because of the international reach of her debut EP, Elements, which was released in 2019.