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Dizasta Vina
Born
Edger Vicent Mwaipeta

(1993-02-17) 17 February 1993 (age 33)
Iringa, Tanzania
OriginMbeya, Tanzania
GenresHip hop
OccupationsRapper, songwriter, record producer
Years active2012 - Present
LabelPanorama Authentik
Websitehttps://dizastavina.com

Edger Vicent Mwaipeta (born 17 February 1993), known by his stage name Dizasta Vina, is a Tanzanian hip hop artist and record producer.[1] He was born in Iringa Region, Tanzania and raised in Tabata, Dar es Salaam.[2]

Early life and education

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Dizasta Vina was born Edger Vincent Mwaipeta on 17 February 1993 at Iringa Regional Referral Hospital, Tanzania. He is the second born in his family and the only son, with two older sisters. His family roots are in Mbeya Region, where he is of Nyakyusa heritage.[3]

In 2003, his family relocated to Dar es Salaam, where he attended Jeshini Primary School in Ukonga and later Kimanga Primary School in Tabata, completing his primary education in 2006.[4] He attended White Lake High School in Dar es Salaam before transferring to Southern Highlands Secondary School in Mbeya, where he completed his O-Level studies in 2010. He later completed his A-Level studies at Mbeya High School. In 2013, he enrolled at the Institute of Finance Management (IFM) in Dar es Salaam, pursuing a degree in accounting.[5]

Career

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Dizasta Vina began his involvement in music in 2007, participating in various rap competitions, including the SM Straight Music Freestyle Battle in Iringa in 2010.

In 2011, he met producer Duke Touchez, who guided him toward Tamaduni Muzik.[6] He earned his place at the label by competing in an open audition held during the simultaneous launch of five albums, being among only five artists selected out of more than twenty.[7] He gained wider recognition in 2012 with his debut single "Harder".

In 2017, he released his debut mixtape "The Wonderboy Mixtape", which drew significant media attention and positioned him as one of the standout voices of his generation.[8] On 14 February 2018, he appeared on East Africa Radio's Planet Bongo for the "Dakika 10 za Maangamizi" freestyle segment, which was reported as one of the most memorable episodes in the series.[9]

Controversies

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In January 2023, a public dispute arose between Dizasta Vina and fellow artist Rapcha. The conflict began after Rapcha released "Story Nyingine" on 31 December 2022, which referenced several artists including Dizasta.[10] On 9 January 2023, Dizasta responded with "Best Friend", followed by Rapcha's direct diss track "Nyuclear Story" on 12 January. Dizasta replied with "Tribulation" on 17 January 2023, after which Rapcha did not respond. In June 2023, Rapcha stated publicly that the two could not reconcile or work together.[11]

Discography

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Year Title Type Details
2017 The Wonderboy Mixtape Mixtape Debut Mixtape
2018 Jesusta Album Debut Album
2021 The Verteller Album Second Album
2024 A Father Figure[12] Album Third Album
Singles "Kikaoni" Single
"Ndoano" Single
"Kanisa"[13][14] Single
"Fallen Angel" Single
"Wimbo usio bora" Single
"Utaliimba Jina langu" [15] single

References

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  1. ^ "Dizasta Vina". Music In Africa. 2022-11-10. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  2. ^ "Dizasta Vina Biography, Music Career, Awards, Relationships and Net Worth ⚜ Latest music news online". mdundo.com. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  3. ^ "Dizasta Vina Biography, Music Career, Awards, Relationships and Net Worth ⚜ Latest music news online". mdundo.com. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  4. ^ "DIZASTA VINA MP3 DOWNLOAD Songs, Albums & Music Videos (2026) - citiMuzik". Retrieved 2026-06-24.
  5. ^ Matrix, Benix (2025-12-13). "Dizasta Vina: Tanzania's storytelling hip‑hop maverick". Dizasta Vina. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  6. ^ "30 days of Tanzanian hip hop: Day 11 Hip Hop Kilinge (cypher)". The Hip Hop African. 2014-09-11. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  7. ^ Huru, Maisha. "How Tanzanian Celebrities Contribute Socially". Maisha Huru. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  8. ^ wetu, Na Mwandishi (2023-11-29). "Fid Q ataja Top 5 ya rapa wake bora Tanzania | East Africa Television". www.eatv.tv. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  9. ^ EastAfricaRadio (2018-02-13). Dakika 10 Za Maangamizi- Dizasta Vina | Planet Bongo I. Retrieved 2026-06-23 – via YouTube.
  10. ^ "The beauty and ugliness of beefing to Bongo Flava showbiz". The Citizen. 2023-01-20. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  11. ^ "Rapcha Amjibu Dizasta Vina Kwenye Nyu'clear Freestyle ⚜ Latest music news online". mdundo.com. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  12. ^ "Mafanikio ya albamu ya Dizasta haya hapa". Mwananchi. 2025-06-11. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  13. ^ Dizasta Vina (2017-02-06). Dizasta Vina - Kanisa. Retrieved 2026-06-23 – via YouTube.
  14. ^ "Micshariki Africa". micshariki.africa. Archived from the original on 2022-10-20. Retrieved 2026-06-23.
  15. ^ Dizasta Vina (2025-01-08). Dizasta Vina - Utaliimba Jina Langu Ft G Nako. Retrieved 2026-06-23 – via YouTube.
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