Idols South Africa season 19

The nineteenth and final season of South African Idols premiered on 8 July 2023 on the Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu television networks, under the themes "iLast Number" and "The Farewell Season". The season was won by Thabo Ndlovu, while Princess MacDonald was the runner-up.

On 5 February 2023, it was announced that auditions for the final season would commence on 12 February 2023. The live shows began on 19 August 2023, with the ladies taking to stage first.

Finalists

Weekly Song Choice and Results

Top 12: Duets With Former Idols

Ladies (19 August)

Gents (26 August)

Top 10: New Kids on the Block (2 September)

Top 9: Ultimate South African Wedding Playlist (9 September)

Top 8: Lionel Richie Playbook (16 September)

Top 7: Showstopper (23 September)

• Before the Top 7 performances, Sena had the opportunity to perform Rude Boy by Rihanna.

Top 6: How to Do It & Grammy-Nominated Songs (30 September)

Top 5: Duets With Gospel Stars & Songs by African Stars (7 October)

Top 4: PJ Morton's Playlist & Perfect Date Love Songs (14 October)

Top 3: DJ Collaboration, Song of the Season & Hits From Their Idols (21 October)

Top 2: Idols-Produced Single, Viewers' Choice & Mzansi Classics (28 October)

• Before his elimination, Faith Nakana performed his single "Khulumela".

Elimination Chart

Colour key

References

1. Idols South Africa
2. Idols South Africa season 3
3. Idols South Africa season 1
4. Idols South Africa season 4
5. Idols South Africa season 2
6. Idols South Africa season 5
7. Idols South Africa season 6
8. Idols South Africa season 15
9. Idols South Africa season 17
10. Idols South Africa season 18
11. Idols South Africa season 7
12. Idols South Africa season 14
13. American Idol season 6
14. Idols South Africa season 9
15. Idols South Africa season 8
16. Idols South Africa season 10
17. American Idol season 7
18. Survivor South Africa: Island of Secrets
19. Survivor South Africa: Philippines
20. Survivor South Africa: Return of the Outcasts