Tanzanian singer loses life after being mistaken for thief, hours to his birthday

A popular Tanzanian Bongo Flava singer Mandojo has reportedly lost his life on Sunday, August 11, 2024, after being mistakenly identified as a thief, just days to his birthday.

The popular musician, known for his hit songs “Nikupe” and “Dingi,” was brutally beaten to death in an incident that has shocked his fans and followers.

The news of Mandojo’s death was confirmed by his fellow artist, Soggy Doggy, who expressed his deep sorrow on social media.“My heart is in great pain; I will miss you very much my brother and friend. Rest in peace, Mandojo. Surely, human life is very short on this earth. Sorry to brothers, relatives, and friends, and I’m very sorry my brother @domokayatz. God’s work has no mistakes,” Soggy Doggy wrote.

Tributes also poured in from Domo Kaya, a close friend and colleague of Mandojo. In a heartfelt post, Kaya lamented the timing of the tragedy.

“Daaaah MY SON, I don’t believe the 22nd of this month is supposed to be your birthday. Aisee, why! This is so sad. Rest in peace, may God give you eternal light, friend, brother,” Domo Kaya wrote.

Mandojo’s death comes just days before what would have been his birthday on August 22.