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Malawian musician
Piksy
Birth nameEvans Zangazanga
Born (1986-06-09) June 9, 1986 (age 38)
Blantyre, Malawi
Genres
  • Afro-soul
  • Afrobeat
Occupation(s)Musician
songwriter
producer
Years active2002–present
Musical artist

Evans Zangazanga popularly known as Piksy is a Malawian musician. In 2015, he was nominated for the Best Male Southern Africa category in Kora Awards. He was the Brand Ambassador for Airtel for over 2 years commencing on 1 August 2012 and through 30 November 2015.

He has worked with several organisations such as National Youth Council, PSI Malawi, Health Policy Project with the USAID, NFPA and YONECO Malawi to support advocacy programmes as well as to compose and produce theme songs.

Background

Early life

Zangazanga was born on 9 June, 1986 in Blantyre. He started his career in 2004 while still at secondary school and made his mark in 2008 with his hit Pantima (Sendeza) which he was featured Nthumwi Nicodemus. Zangazanga was in a music group called Atumwi. His first studio album titled "Atumwi" had hit songs such as Zatheka, Pamudzi, Moseliwa, Chipwirikiti and Mzanga.

Zangazanga has shared the stage with both local and international artists.

See also

References

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  2. Mughogho, Lyonike (2019-01-17). "Piksy takes award celebrations to Rock City Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  3. "Piksy, Sangie in joint Extended Play - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2020-07-14. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  4. "Piksy, Maskal and Billy Kaunda in Easter beach festival - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2016-03-22. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  5. Mughogho, Lyonike (2016-02-02). "Wambali praises Piksy's nomination Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  6. Chisamba, Thula (2016-12-09). "Piksy clarifies breakup with Nthumwi Nicodem: claims they are still good friends Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  7. Simango, William (2017-01-03). "Piksy trashes Atumwi reunion: Reveals release date for his album Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  8. Mughogho, Lyonike (2015-12-03). "Piksy takes Mthunzi album launch to SA Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  9. Chisamba, Thula (2016-01-09). "K-Man sides with Piksy in trashing 'miracle money' Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  10. "Piksy sings about love in Tifatse, features Gwamba: Malawi music - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2015-03-15. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
  11. Mkweu, Justin (2016-04-21). "Nepman and Piksy to invade South Africa Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
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