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The Khanyisa Special School choir will compete in America’s Got Talent. (Photo: Gcina Mqadi)
The Khanyisa Special School choir’s journey began just more than a year ago, and their harmony and dedication have already garnered them 3,000 subscribers and more than 10,000 YouTube views. (Photo: Gcina Mqadi)