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Episode 254: “Mashujaa Day” 🎶 Welcome to another electrifying episode of the Afro-Fusion Show on Mawalking Radio! This is a special night, and today we’re diving into Episode 254, “Mashujaa Day,” hosted by none other than Deejay Brendan“, a.k.a. @brendothesibuor, streaming live from the city...

Early Life and Musical Beginnings Born Georges Kiamuangana Mateta on May 19, 1944, in Kisantu, Belgian Congo (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), Verckys grew up in a wealthy family. His father was a businessman in Leopoldville (now Kinshasa), giving him access to resources...

The Grand Maître of Congolese Music François Luambo Luanzo Makiadi, known to the world as Franco, was a towering figure in Congolese and African music. Born on July 6, 1938, and passing on October 12, 1989, Franco’s influence extended far beyond the music stage. He...