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Zuchu makes history as first East African female artiste to hit 1 billion YouTube views

By Manuel Ntoyai | 10mos ago

Zuchu has become the first female in East Africa to hit One billion views on YouTube (photo courtesy)

Tanzanian Bongo Fleva sensation Zuchu has made continental history after surpassing one billion views on YouTube, becoming the first female artiste from East Africa to cross the milestone.

The achievement marks a defining moment in her career, firmly placing her among the most influential contemporary musicians on the continent.

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