Kenyans Heartbroken As Zabron Singers' Soloist Marco Joseph Dies

• Marco Joseph of Zabron Singers passed away on August 21, 2024, in a Dar es Salaam hospital where he was undergoing treatment
• The chairperson of Zabron Singers, Obeid Kazimili, announced Marco's death in a Facebook post, expressing deep sadness
• Marco was reportedly undergoing treatment for a heart condition at Jakaya Kikwete Heart Institute at the time of his death

Kenyans have learnt with utmost sadness that beloved Marco Joseph of Zabron Singers has rested.

According to Zabron Singers chairman, the lead singer died on the night of August 21 in a Dar es Salaam hospital.

In a Facebook post, Obeid Kazimili, the chairperson, said the group would soon release more information on Marco's burial.

"As the chairperson of Zabron Singers, I am saddened to announce the death of our singer, Marco Joseph Bukulu, who was also the deputy chairperson. He died in Dar es Salaam in the hospital known as Jakaya," he said.

Information reaching TUKO.co.ke indicated that Marco was undergoing treatment for a heart condition when he passed on last night.

Kenyans mourn Zabron Singers' Marco Joseph

Zabron singers are popular among Kenyans, and some of their hit songs, such as Mkono wa Bwana, Sweetie Sweetie, and Uko Single, are sung at major events.

They have also previously visited Kenya and are said to be President William Ruto's favourite singers, as they received an invitation to perform during his inauguration in 2022.

Kenyans have since taken to social media to mourn the singer's death. Here are some of the comments:

Ken the DJ wrote:

"My sincere condolences to the Zabron Singers for losing their brother Marco Zabron. May His soul rest in peace. Pray for them."

Kelsy Kerubo said:

"Marko is no more. This is so heartbreaking. My condolences to Zabron singers for losing their brother. We will miss you."

Faith Chepkurui said:

"If there is someone who made me like Zabron Singers TZ songs, it is Marko Joseph...It's With great shock that I learnt of the sad and his untimely demise."

Esther Owen said:

"Death is cruel. It has snatched one of Zabron's singers, Marko (Joseph), our condolences to the singers' team."

Where do Zabron singers come from?

The Zabron Singers are a religious music group based in Tanzania. They specialises in Christian music.

Over the years, the group has established a reputation as one of East Africa's most gifted due to their deep and uplifting melodies.

One of the songs that made the group popular in Kenya is Sweetie Sweetie.

Rachel Ruto hosts Zabron Singers

In a related article published on TUKO.co.ke, Rachel Ruto hosted the Tanzanian choir at State House, Nairobi. On Wednesday, September 14, 2022 the first lady posted numerous photos alongside the gospel ministers at the house on the hill.

One image depicted the group posing for a photo with Rachel and the president. Another snap showed them having a meeting at one of the conference rooms.

Rachel quoted a Bible verse talking about praising God through song.

"He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear the LORD and put their trust in him. Psalm 40:3."

Singer Bonny Mwaitege addresses rumours of his death

In other news, renowned gospel singer Bonny Mwaitege was recently forced to deny rumours of his death, which emerged on social media.

Kenyan gospel singer Stephen Kasolo dismissed the rumours and clarified that Mwaitege was alive and healthy.

Mwaitege, who had just visited Kenya before the rumours emerged online, condemned those who shared the false information.

Proofreading by Asher Omondi, current affairs journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.