Chante Hohip20 September 2024 | 11:41

Mzansi's visually impaired acapella school choir take the stage on America’s Got Talent

The Khanyisa Special School Choir in the Eastern Cape is ready to make their mark.

Mzansi's visually impaired acapella school choir take the stage on America’s Got Talent

John Perlman speaks to Khanyisa Special School Choir Conductor, Gcina Mqadi.

The Khanyisa Special School Choir from Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape is preparing to make a name for themselves on the Got Talent stage. 

The visually impaired acapella school choir is preparing to perform at America’s Got Talent

While Mzansi is no stranger to the Got Talent stage, seeing more South Africans in the international spotlight is always special.

The choir has taken social media by storm, garnering millions of views.

@khanyisafortheblind High School Music... Port Elizabeth@witszulusociety @amagwijo.rsa2 ♬ original sound - Khanyisa Special school - Khanyisa Gospel Group (Blind)

The group was put together last year by Mqadi with the hope of sharing their talents with the world.

“This is something that is missing in the industry, there is real talent here so I wanted everyone to be able to see it.”
- Gcina Mqadi, Conductor

He hopes America’s Got Talent will catapult the choir to new heights, creating opportunities for the learners that they wouldn’t previously have had.

The group will travel to America early next year so keep an eye out on their social media for more updates.

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