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Tribute: Kasongo sings his last note

Orchestra Super Mazembe members, including Kasongo wa Kanema, when they performed at Lasco Club, Mombasa. [Courtesy]

From a young age, Kasongo wa Kanema was destined for greatness beyond the confines of Congolese music. Unlike his musical peers who quarreled at the slightest disagreement over girlfriends and indulgences, Kasongo always bid his time, calm and sober.

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