Music In brief South Africa

Newcomer Zahara's debut album breaks record

Newcomer Zahara has broken the 200 000 unit sales mark with her debut album, uLoliwe. Released in late August 2011, the Eastern Cape-born Zahara's tunes have notched her a multi-platinum record. Says EMI Music / CCP Records marketing manager Wandile Sikhosana, "It's been a while since I've witnessed such excitement over a new artist. We are honoured to be part of this dynamic young woman's history-making moment."

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