She was born Sally Ngandu but goes by the stage name Sally 8N. She is a singer who was born and raised in Kwekwe, Zimbabwe. Born into a family of musician she began singing at a young age at her local church. She eventually enrolled at the Great Zimbabwe University and graduated with a degree in economic but her passion for music was like a crackling fire waiting to take full force. 

She has over a decade of experience recording music but only released her first single “Wakuvhaira” in 2025. On the 24^th of January she then launched her EP titled “Unrequited.” On the heels of her glowing debut, we caught up with the budding star to hear about her journey so far and what has led her to this shining moment. ^{*KM – Kudzai Mhangwa, SN8 – Sally 8N}

KM: I’m so pleased to feature you! Tell us about Sally 8N as a person and as an artist. 
S8N: Sally 8N is a very reserved person always humming melodies whenever a new melody comes up. She is a versatile artist who can blend effortlessly through genres. 

KM: I read that you started singing in the church. Which church did you attend and how was it like singing for your fellow congregants? 
S8N: Yes, I started singing in church. I’m an Adventist by birth. Both my parents grew up in the same church. 

KM: When did you finally make the decision to become a singer and what was the driver behind your decision?
S8N: I have always known I was going to be an artist. I remember when I was young, I dreamt of an older version of myself singing on a bigger stage. 

KM: You began recording about a decade ago but only released your first single “Wakuvhaira” in 2025. Why the long gap?
S8N: Firstly I had to finish school and when I was done with school most of the producers I used to know were all caught up with other things. I wrote “Wakuvhaira” some time back in 2019 and it was a song I related to the most. 

KM: You have also released “Famba.” Tell us a bit about this single.
S8N: “Famba” is a very special song to me, it was my own way of motivating myself whenever I felt like giving up and I also think it can also help others in the same predicament. 

KM: On the 24^th of January we finally received your debut EP “Unrequited.” How was the process of getting this together and tell us about the project?
S8N: I wrote all songs from a very dark place it was my way of letting it all out hoping to heal from all I’ve been through. 

KM: You are based in Kwekwe, have you ever felt that challenging and limiting coming from a small town and trying to build a music career?
S8N: Yes, I am from Kwekwe born and bred. It has never really been a limiting factor because I am part of a live band called the Groove Band from Kwekwe, we travel a lot and I already have people who appreciate me from other cities. 

KM: What other challenges have you faced while working on your career?
S8N: Well, I don’t want to lie I have always been surrounded with a strong support system from my parents to the community as a whole. 

KM: We are so happy to feature you Sally 8N! What are your final words for the readers? 
S8N: You are welcome. I would like to thank you and also encourage all girls from small towns to follow their dreams; the sky is the limit. 

“Unrequited” is now available for streaming on all major music platform including YouTube and Spotify. The songstress also keeps her followers updated on her Instagram handle (@sally8n).