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Benga maestro Osito Kalle just won’t let the beat die

Luo Benga Artist Osito Kale (2nd right) and fans when he won the Life Time Benga Artiste award in 2013 [File, Standard]

Some say he is the best Benga musician Kenya has ever had while others credit him for having redefined local Benga music, making it acceptable locally and beyond.

Meet renowned Benga star Elly Akumu, 60, popularly known as Dr Osito Kalle among his fans.

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