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Griot's music greets city

Uniquely talented Senegalese vocalist and guitarist, Baaba Maal, thrilled Kenyan fans recently at Sarakasi Dome with great fusion of Yela and Mbalax music, writes CRYSTAL OKUSA

Dressed in an old school plaid black and white jacket and black pants, Baaba Maal brushes aside strands of dreadlocks away from his face as he crosses his legs. With a strong Senegalese accent he quickly explains about his tour.

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