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Taarab lovers in mourning as Tanzanian maestro Bilal Mashauzi passes on

Idaya, Junaitha Pemba, Bilal Mashauzi and Kajala [Photo: Courtesy]

Taarab lovers in Tanzania are in mourning after one of the greatest singers in the modern era passed on a few days ago.

While it is not clear what may have caused his untimely death, Bilal Mashauzi will forever be remembered for his contribution towards taarab music in his home country.

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