Jazz legend Malombo laid to rest

Legendary jazzman Malombo Mmereki, who died recently, was laid to rest at the Phomolong Memorial Park in Phakalane on Saturday.

Several speakers praised Mmereki  who founded the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) dance groups.  At the time of his death, Mmereki had already retired from BDF.

Norway-based Banjo Mosele spoke about his long time relationship with Mmereki who used to play for some of the country's pioneering groups.  Mosele and Mmereki worked on a number of projects together.  Mmereki also featured on Mosele's hit track, Ntsa E Jele Ntsanyana.  He also features on Mosele's latest album, Across Equator. 

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