Faustina Charles Mfinanga, popularly known as Nandy, is a celebrated Tanzanian singer, songwriter, and actress. Born on November 9, 1992, and rooted in her Pare heritage, Nandy grew up in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region. Renowned for her captivating voice and distinctive style, Nandy has carved out a significant place in the East African music scene. Her rise to fame began with the hit single “Nagusagusa“, produced by Emma the Boy, which quickly became a favorite across the region.
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Nandy’s journey into music started at a young age in her church choir, and she later led the school choir at Lomwe High School. Her skills were further refined at the Tanzania House of Talent (THT), under the mentorship of industry veteran Ruge Mutahaba. In 2016, she gained widespread recognition as the first runner-up in the “Tecno Own the Stage” competition, which propelled her career forward.
Since then, Nandy has released several successful tracks like “One Day” and made her mark on Coke Studio Africa in 2017. She has earned 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. Additionally, she is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF’s WASH program, advocating for clean water, sanitation, and hygiene.
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