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EP: Nandy – Wanibariki

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Faustina Charles Mfinanga, known professionally as Nandy, is a renowned Tanzanian singer, songwriter, and actress of Pare heritage, born on November 9, 1992, in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania. Nandy’s music, blending genres like Bongo Flava, Afrobeat, Afro-pop, and Gospel, has earned her a massive following across Africa, with millions of streams and downloads on platforms like Boomplay.

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Raised in Moshi, Nandy developed a passion for music from a young age, actively participating in her church choir. Her career began to take shape when she was introduced to Ruge Mutahaba, CEO of Tanzania House of Talent (THT), where she released her first hit single “Nagusagusa,” produced by Emma the Boy. Nandy’s talent was further recognized when she became the first runner-up in the 2016 Tecno Own the Stage competition in Lagos, Nigeria. Since then, she has released several hits, including “One Day” and participated in Coke Studio Africa in 2017.

Nandy has been honored with numerous awards, including the Best Female Artist East Africa at the 2017 All Africa Music Awards, Best Female Newcomer at the 2018 AMI Awards Afrika, and Best Female Artist at the 2020 African Entertainment Awards USA. She also serves as Tanzania’s Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF’s Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program.

Nandy’s latest EP, Wanibariki, showcases her versatility as an artist, offering a blend of soulful Gospel, Afrobeat, and Afro-pop tunes that are both uplifting and inspiring. The EP features tracks like “Wanibariki,” “Umenifaa,”Nipo Naye,” “Asante,” and “Noel Song,” each of which reflects Nandy’s unique sound and lyrical depth. Whether you’re a fan of Bongo Flava or looking for fresh Afro-pop vibes, Wanibariki delivers an exceptional musical experience.

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