Dizu Plaatjies, born on February 5, 1959, in Lusikisiki, South Africa, is a renowned Xhosa musician, known as the founder of the group Amampondo. A graduate from the University of Cape Town, he also teaches African Music there. His group gained international fame in the 1980s and performed at Wembley Stadium for Nelson Mandela's tribute. After forming a new ensemble called Ibuyambo, he continues to share his passion for African percussion, having won multiple SAMA Awards for his recent works.
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Meaning of the name - Dizu
The exact meaning of Dizu is unclear. It might be a variant of a Japanese word or have a unique meaning altogether. Possible interpretations include 'energy,' 'vitality,' or a connection to nature.
Read Full Dizu Name AnalysisFebruary 5, 1959 Facts
Generation Group
Dizu Plaatjies belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Lusikisiki, Pondoland, South Africa
Educated At: South African College of Music | University of Cape Town
Occupation: musician
Spouses: Vuyo Mbewu
Children: Ukwanda | Azile |
Employers: South African College of Music, University of Cape Town
Awards Received: SAMA Awards
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Ephemeris for February 5, 1959
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 5, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 5, 2025 |
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| Sun | 16 Aquarius 9 | 17 Aquarius 9 | 22 Aries 2 |
| Moon | 19 Capricorn 57 | 22 Taurus 2 | 11 Gemini 33 |
| Mercury | 9 Aquarius 58 | 14 Aquarius 22 | 0 Aries 39 |
| Venus | 6 Pisces 44 | 1 Aries 0 | 27 Taurus 25 |
| Mars | 27 Taurus 57 | 19 Cancer 12 | 1 Cancer 17 |
| Jupiter | 29 Scorpio 20 | 11 Gemini 16 | 0 Sagittarius 54 |
| Saturn | 3 Capricorn 42 | 17 Pisces 52 | 7 Capricorn 24 |
| Uranus | 14 Leo 15 | 23 Taurus 17 | 12 Leo 16 |
| Neptune | 6 Scorpio 57 | 28 Pisces 6 | 5 Scorpio 57 |
| Pluto | 3 Virgo 22 | 2 Aquarius 12 | 1 Virgo 53 |
| Rahu | 16 Libra 9 | 29 Pisces 36 | 12 Libra 40 |
| Ketu | 16 Aries 9 | 29 Virgo 36 | 12 Aries 40 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Dizu Plaatjies's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars opposition Moon
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Mars square Rahu
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Mars aspects Sun
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Mars opposition Moon
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Jupiter trine Rahu
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Jupiter trine Sun
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Saturn sextile Mars
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars opposition Mercury
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Mars opposition Venus
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Saturn
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 10 July, 2025 - Mars square Moon
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Mars aspects Mars
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Moon
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Saturn sextile Mars
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Mars square Mercury
Exact: 08 October, 2025
