The tragic death of Dr. Elvino Dias, a lawyer and respected figure in Mozambique, has caused profound mourning throughout the country. Since the announcement of his death, various Mozambican figures have used social media to express their grief and pay tribute to the lawyer, whose loss has been deeply felt in many circles. […]
Category: Grief
Sports journalist Homero Lobo passed away in Beira.
The Mozambican press is in mourning following the loss of Homero Caldeira de Araújo Lobo, a sports journalist who died today in the city of Beira, Sofala province, after a long illness. Lobo, who was 55 years old, leaves behind a legacy of more than three decades dedicated to media, and is widely recognized for his contribution to journalism […]
Mozambican musician Dilon Ndjinji, an icon of Marrabenta, has passed away.
Dilon Ndjindji, a Mozambican composer, performer, choreographer, and dancer, born on August 14, 1927, in Marracuene, has passed away, leaving a profound legacy in Mozambican music and culture. Known for his contribution to popularizing the marrabenta musical style, he also played important roles in the development of other national rhythms. From an early age, Dilon demonstrated talent and […]
The mother of Mozambican international Lau King has passed away.
Early this Wednesday morning, Mozambican football was shaken by the sad news of the passing of Fátima Soares, mother of forward Lau King, who plays for União Desportiva de Songo. Fátima Soares was hospitalized at Maputo Central Hospital, where she had been battling an illness that unfortunately led to her death. The news was confirmed […]
At age 66, Chude Mondlane, eldest daughter of Eduardo Mondlane, dies in Johannesburg.
At 66 Years Old, Chude Mondlane, Eldest Daughter of Eduardo Mondlane, Dies in Johannesburg. Chude Mondlane, the eldest daughter of Eduardo Mondlane, founder of Frelimo, died in the early hours of Monday morning at the age of 66. Chude was hospitalized in a clinic in Morningside, Johannesburg, South Africa, due to an illness. The information was […]
The Departure of Mr. João and the Story Behind “I’m with Him” by Humberto Luís
Humberto Luís, singer and songwriter, recently shared sad news with his fans and the community: Mr. João, the father of his childhood friend Jorge, passed away after a long battle with life. Mr. João is the real person behind the character “madala que tem tako” in the song “Estou com Ele”, one of the […]
National Journalism in Mourning: Telma Cumbe, Journalist for Grupo Soico, STV, has passed away.
Mozambican journalism is in mourning. Last night, we lost Telma Cumbe, a talented journalist who was part of the Soico group, STV, where she was the anchor of "Telediário," a morning news program. Telma Cumbe was a dedicated professional, passionate about her work. With a striking presence and an unwavering commitment to the truth, she […]
Abdul Hanani, businessman and cultural promoter in Zambezia province, has lost his life.
In the early hours of today, May 28, 2024, the province of Zambézia, in Mozambique, lost one of its most prominent figures, Abdul Hanani. A successful businessman, cultural promoter, and influential politician, Hanani passed away after an illness, leaving behind a significant legacy and a difficult void to fill in the community. Abdul Hanani was widely known […]
Mozambique mourns the loss of Moisés Manjate: A tribute to the patriarch of Marrabenta.
The Mozambican music scene is immersed in sadness with the passing of Moisés Manjate, at 104 years of age. Known as the revered patriarch of Marrabenta, Manjate left an immeasurable legacy in Mozambican music, which will forever echo in the hearts of music lovers and in the country's cultural history. Born on the 4th of […]
The baobab tree of Mozambican music, Arão Litsure, has lost his life, a victim of illness.
Arão Litsure, a pillar of Mozambican music, passed away this morning in South Africa, where he was receiving medical treatment. He was a co-founder of the renowned musical group Alambique. His passing leaves an irreparable void in the Mozambican music scene. Litsure is remembered not only for his artistic contribution but also as a beloved human being, […]