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You have seen the images Kenyan entertainers returning from their sojourn in foreign lands looking shattered, their dreams of a better life having been dealt a crippling reality check.
While their sendoff was marked with fanfare and partying, their return is only celebrated by family members and close friends.
They left at the height of their careers, but now hardly anyone recognises them. They had seen their names in lights and wanted a bigger stage, probably inspired by the likes of Akon and other celebrities of African descent who found fame in the most hyped market in the world.
Christian of Longombas Dies
Christian Longomba died on March 13, 2021.
Popular musician Christian of the legendary Afropop group Longombas has died.
The singer passed away on Saturday, March 13, while receiving treatment at Downtown Los Angeles Hospital in the US.
His family confirmed the news with his twin brother Lovy Longomba staying by his side during the last moments of his life. To be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord. I love you Christian, My brother, my friend & partner but Jesus loves you more. Enjoy Heaven, he posted on his social media.
Christian (right) with his brother Lovy (left) in 2020.
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The late Christian Longomba.
Musician Christian Longomba of the famous duo ‘The Longombas’ has died his family confirms.
In May 2015, Christian was diagnosed with a brain tumour and he went into surgery to have it removed.
The surgery was successful but he had to go under the knife again after doctors discovered blood clots in his brain.
He also went through six weeks of radiation therapy to completely rid him of the tumor.
Christian’s family and friends started a campaign to help raise USD20,000 (Sh2 million) to cater for his treatment in the US.
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One of the posters about Christian Longomba s health that did rounds in 2015.