Thomas Mapfumo - Mhondoro

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Thomas Mapfumo (born 1945) is a Zimbabwean musician known as "The Lion of Zimbabwe" and "Mukanya" for his immense popularity and for the political influence he wields through his music, including his sharp criticism of the government of President Robert Mugabe. He both created and made popular Chimurenga music and his slow-moving style and distinctive voice is instantly recognisable to Zimbabweans.

Mapfumo was imprisoned without charges under the white-dominated regime of Rhodesia. He now lives in exile in the United States, and although he has occasionally returned to Zimbabwe he has not returned since 2005.

Just the fact that he was drawing on the native musical tradition and singing in his native language was a political statement. Rhodesia was ruled by a minority of white individuals who derogated the native black population and culture. But more than that, his lyrics became overtly political, supporting the revolution that was developing in the rural areas, what Mapfumo calls "the communal lands". He called his new style of music Chimurenga. In Shona it means "struggle".

Mapfumo released the album Corruption in 1989. It criticised Mugabe and his government, with which Mapfumo was becoming more and more disillusioned. Mugabe wasn't happy with Mapfumo, either, and Mapfumo became the target of government harassment.

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This song should have reached Millions aaah😢😢... Let's push it isusu new generation

JemitiasChiwera

Ndikoko machembere (mhururu)
My Zim My Home

judynorestgovha

This great artist worked tirelessly over the years and he gave a voice to the voiceless. Song and dance were a form of weapon to fight the war of liberation. Thomas fought hard to make sure that Zimbabwe attains independence. The post independence period was fertile ground for Mukanya to execute his exploits. Social and economic ills like corruption manifested in the new government. Thomas never vacillate, he stood with the poor.

ZisengweChimutsa