Who is Maua Sama?

Maua Sama is a 19 year-old Tanzanian singer and songwriter who has taken the East African music scene by storm. Born and raised in Dar es salaam, Tanzania, she started singing at an early age in church choir. After being encouraged by her family to pursue her dream of becoming a singer, Maua worked hard to gain recognition as an artist. She quickly rose to fame with her hit single “Iokote” which was released in 2017. Since then, she has released multiple singles and gained a following of over half a million followers on Instagram.

Maua Sama's Music

Maua's music is a mix of R&B and Afro-pop, with lyrics that reflect her culture and experiences. She has collaborated with several other artists such as Rayvanny and Aslay, creating hits like “Chum Chum” and “Haijakaa Sawa”. Her music has been featured on popular radio stations such as BBC Radio 1Xtra and Capital FM Kenya. She has also had the opportunity to perform at some of the biggest music festivals in East Africa including the Mawazine Festival in Morocco.

Maua Sama's Achievements

Maua has won several awards and accolades for her music. In 2018, she was named one of the top ten female artists in East Africa by the BBC. She was also nominated for Best Female Artist at the 2018 AFRIMAs Awards. In 2019, she was nominated for Best International Act at the BET Awards. Her music has been featured on major international platforms such as Apple Music and Spotify.

What's Next for Maua Sama?

Maua has recently signed with Universal Music Group Africa and is currently working on her debut album which is set to be released later this year. She is also planning to embark on a tour across East Africa and beyond to promote her music. We can't wait to see what else this talented artist has up her sleeve!

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