21/03/2026
ML Kuchalo!
THE phrase "Salt Sana" is currently echoing through every street in Zambia, and the symbol in almost all the pictures but the man behind the viral slogan is more than just an artiste.
Mufalali Charles Meleki, better known by his stage name Mizzy C, is a 21-year-old sensation from Kitwe’s Kamitondo township who has managed to capture the attention of the entire nation including President Hakainde Hichilema.
Despite his rapid rise in the "Kopala" music scene, Mizzy C is breaking stereotypes about Copperbelt artistes.
A graduate of Royal University, Meleki holds a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine, proving that academic excellence and musical flair can go hand-in-hand.
Growing up as the eldest of six children, Meleki faced battles at home regarding his passion because his parents are firm believers in the power of the pen, and initially opposed his musical ambitions.
"My parents are tough when it comes to education. That is why I have reached up to this level," Meleki told .
"Many think I have not been to school because of my Kopala way of singing, but the opposite is the truth."
Meleki completed his secondary education in 2018 and graduated with a merit in his medical studies last year.
While he is a qualified clinician, the "Salt Sana" hitmaker admits his stethoscope is currently on the shelf as he pursues his musical dreams.
Addressing rumors that his breakout hit is a political tune, Meleki clarified that the track is purely about the good life.
He said it is a Kopala slang signifying that things are okay or life is making sense.
" Salt-sana is not a political song. The phrase is a kopala slung meaning things are okay or life is making sense."
" But, music being a business, I would not hesitate to do a political song if I was approached," he said
Meanwhile, Mizzy C addressed the stigma often attached to Copperbelt artistes of being drug addicts.
He urged Zambians to stop associating the local music scene with drug and alcohol abuse.
"We face a lot of condemnation, especially us artistes from the Copperbelt. Most people think we are always 'high' because of the way we do our music.
" But there is no truth in this because we are naturally hyper and we believe that we have the energy that people want to see on the stage," Meleki added
Meleki said he is grateful to God that his music has reached all corners of the country in a short period of time and that it has led him to rub shoulders with the President.
"I call this grace because many would want the same opportunity, but have not seen it" he added.
Though he is now rubbing shoulders with "Eagle One," the journey hasn't been without its challenges.
Meleki cited the lack of sponsorship and financial constraints as his primary challenges.
But he shared that he has been receiving overwhelming support, encouragement and guidance from the senior artistes in the industry.
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