I’m based in London now. I’m renting an apartment, making my own little home. It’s great because I am around people all the time and I need my own space to get away from it all.

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Samantha Mumba, an Irish musician, now lives in London and has her own apartment. She enjoys being surrounded by people, but she also needs time alone to recharge. Having her own space allows her to balance the busy city life with time for herself.

About Samantha Mumba

Samantha Mumba is an Irish R&B singer-songwriter, dancer, actress, fashion model, and TV presenter. She rose to fame in 2000 with her debut single “Gotta Tell You” and has since had multiple top hits in Ireland and the UK. Mumba has also pursued an acting career and returned to music in recent years, releasing new singles.

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