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@SALMIN SWAGGZ.........Salmin Swaggz, whose real name is Salmin Kigondo, is a Tanzanian hip-hop artist, rapper, and songwriter. Born on August 2, 1991, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, he has been active in the music industry since 2015. Music Career Salmin Swaggz started his career with Swahili rap (Bongo Flava) and later joined the influential hip-hop trio OMG Tanzania. He signed with Switch Music Group in 2016, which helped him gain recognition. His debut album, Days Before Christmas, was released in 2019, followed by his second album, FLIGHT MODE, in 2022.

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@RAPCHA.........Rapcha, whose real name is Cosmas Paul Mfoy, is a Tanzanian rapper, songwriter, and singer. He was born on September 23, 1999, in Shinyanga, Tanzania. Music Career Rapcha discovered his passion for music at a young age, joining his church choir and exploring local studios by the age of 12. He released his first solo song, Chafu, in 2015, followed by Mad Over You Remix and Namataka in 2016. His breakthrough came with his debut album Wanangu 99 in 2021, featuring the hit song Lissa.

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@FID Q........Fid Q, whose real name is Fareed Kubanda, is a Tanzanian hip-hop artist, songwriter, and activist. Born on August 13, 1980, in Mwanza, Tanzania, he is widely regarded as one of the most influential rappers in East Africa. Music Career Fid Q started his music journey in the 1990s, releasing his first song Huyu na Yule in 2000, featuring Mr. Paul. He gained recognition in 2004 with Fid Q.com, a song that helped redefine Tanzanian hip-hop. His albums include: Vina Mwanzo Kati na Mwisho (2009), Propaganda (2010), KitaaOLOJIA (2019)

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@JAY MOE........Jay Moe, whose real name is Juma Mohamed Mchopanga, is a Tanzanian rapper, songwriter, and activist. Born on November 27, 1978, in Dar es Salaam, he has been a key figure in the Bongo Flava and hip-hop scene since the late 1990s. Music Career Jay Moe started his career as part of the rap group Wateule, known for hits like Watu Kibao and Tumerudi Tena. He later transitioned into a solo career, releasing albums such as: Ulimwengu Ndio Mama (2002) Mawazo Ya Jay Moe (2004) Moe Commentary (2007)

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@STAMINA........Stamina, whose full name is Stamina Shorwe Bwenzi, is a Tanzanian rapper, songwriter, and performer. He was born in 1989 in Morogoro, Tanzania, and has been active in the hip-hop scene for years. Music Career Stamina is best known for his socially conscious lyrics and storytelling rap style. He is part of the rap duo Rostam, alongside Roma Mkatoliki. His music often addresses political and social issues, making him one of the most respected hip-hop artists in Tanzania. Some of his popular songs include: Nitakukumbuka .... Paradiso ..... Mr Boniventure... Baba..... Nalewa Leo

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@MWANA FA...........Mwana FA, whose real name is Hamis Mohammed Mwinjuma, is a Tanzanian musician, rapper, and politician. Born on March 13, 1979, in Muheza, Tanga Region, he has been a prominent figure in the Bongo Flava and hip-hop scene for decades.............Political Career In 2020, Mwana FA transitioned into politics and was elected as the Member of Parliament for Muheza Constituency under the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party. In February 2023, he was appointed Deputy Minister for Culture, Arts, and Sports by President Samia Suluhu Hassan.

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@BILL NASS........Bill Nass, whose real name is William Nicholaus Lyimo, is a Tanzanian rapper, songwriter, and performer. Born on April 11, 1993, in Tanga, Tanzania, he is of Chagga heritage and has been active in the music industry since 2014..........Bill Nass gained recognition with his debut single Raha, which led to his nomination for Best New Artist at the 2015 Kilimanjaro Tanzania Music Awards. In 2017, MTV Base named him one of the "50 Artists to Watch", further cementing his status in the East African hip-hop scene. He has collaborated with several artists, including Rayvanny, Jay Melody, and Nandy, whom he married in July 2022.

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@NIKKI WA PILI.............Nikki Wa Pili, whose real name is Nickson John Simon, is a Tanzanian rapper, songwriter, and politician. He was born in Arusha, Tanzania, and is widely known for his contributions to the Bongo Flava and hip-hop scene. Nikki Wa Pili is a member of the rap group Weusi, alongside artists like Joh Makini, G Nako, and Bonta Maarifa..................Beyond music, Nikki Wa Pili has pursued a career in politics and currently serves as the District Commissioner of Kibaha. He is also an academic, holding a master’s degree and currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Dar es Salaam, focusing on development studies.

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@JOH MAKINI............Joh Makini, whose real name is John Simon Mseke, is a Tanzanian hip-hop artist, songwriter, and composer. Born on March 27, 1980, in Arusha, Tanzania, he has been active in the music industry since 2004. He is a founding member of the hip-hop group Weusi, alongside artists like Nikki Wa Pili, Bonta Maarifa, Lord Eyez, and G Nako.................Joh Makini gained recognition in 2006 with his hit song Chochote Popote, which established him as a rising star in Tanzanian hip-hop. Over the years, he has collaborated with various African artists, including Davido, Chidinma, and the late South African rapper AKA. His song Don’t Bother featuring AKA became a hit and earned him a nomination at the African Entertainment Awards USA.

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@ROMA MKATOLIKI.........Roma Mkatoliki, whose real name is Ibrahim Mussa, is a Tanzanian rapper, activist, and songwriter. He is widely recognized for his socially conscious lyrics that address political and economic issues in Tanzania. Roma has been active in the music industry since 2006 and is considered one of the most influential hip-hop artists in the country................In 2017, Roma and three others were kidnapped and tortured by armed men who stormed their recording studio. They were released after three days, and Roma denied rumors that the incident was staged as a publicity stunt. His music has often faced government scrutiny, with some of his songs, such as Kibamia (2018), being banned for their explicit content.

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@NAY WA MITEGO.......Nay Wa Mitego, whose real name is Emmanuel Elibariki Munisi, is a Tanzanian rapper, activist, and Bongoflava artist2. Born on June 9, 1986, in Manzese, Dar es Salaam, he has been active in the music industry since 2009. Nay Wa Mitego is known for his thought-provoking lyrics that address social issues, corruption, and government oppression1. His music career started in the 1990s, and he gained recognition in 2006 with hit singles like Ninakupenda and Itafahamika2.......Beyond music, Nay Wa Mitego has used his platform to advocate for social justice, often facing backlash from authorities for his outspoken songs. His track Wapo was banned by the Tanzanian government in 2017, and he was briefly detained for questioning. Despite challenges, he continues to produce music that resonates with audiences across Tanzania and beyond1.

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