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Stars who came for music and found eternal resting place

From Left: Longwa Didos, Kasongo wa Kanema, Lovy Longomba, Bukalos wa Bukasa and Athia Djo, of Super Mazembe Band, at Lasco Club Mombasa during the group's heyday. The five have since died. [Photo, Courtesy]

Lingala music fans are still reeling in shock following the demise of popular locally based Congolese musician Kasongo wa Kanema, the third leader of Super Mazembe band.

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