Zablon singers thrown into mourning by Marco Joseph.

Famous Tanzanian musical group Zabron Singers has suffered a huge blow after one of its enthusiastic members lost his life while undergoing treatment.

Marco Joseph who was one of the lead musicians passed on while receiving heart treatment at Muhimbili National Hospital in Tanzania.

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. 

The Zabron Singers, known for their soulful and youthful energy, have captured the hearts of many across East Africa.

The group gained widespread recognition with their hit song ‘Mkono wa Bwana’ and ‘Sweetie Sweetie’, marking a major breakthrough for them. 

However, their journey in the gospel music scene began long before this hit.

One of their most notable releases is ‘Mkono wa Bwana’, which includes popular tracks such as Sweetie Sweetie, Nakutuma Wimbo, Imenigharimu, Nawapenda, Nitaweza, Sikiachi Tena, and Sio Bure. Other well-received songs include Hujanitenga, Lushiku, Nitasubiri, and Mpiga Kinanda. 

The group rose to fame with ‘Mkono Wa Bwana’, which gained over 45 million views on YouTube.

The Zabron Singers are more than just a musical group; they are a family. Many members come from one family, while the rest are close family friends.

The lead singers in ‘Sweetie Sweetie’—Victoria, Jamila, Japheth, and the group leader Joseph—all hail from the Zabron family. 

Their father, Zabron, a composer and church leader, instilled in them a love for gospel music.

“When we were in high school, we went to a studio and recorded a song. We didn’t have money and had to borrow from people to pay for studio time. The recording was so bad that we were even ashamed of releasing the song. We almost gave up,” recalled Japheth, who serves as the group’s tutor.

 Their perseverance paid off, and in 2012, they recorded the album ‘Nawakumbuka’. 

The group’s journey has been long and arduous, which is why their latest album is aptly named ‘Mkono wa Bwana’. 

The song became an anthem and earned them the honour of performing at President William Ruto’s inauguration ceremony.

Their music, deeply rooted in faith and family values, continues to inspire and uplift listeners across the globe.

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