Bongani Masuku

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Bongani Masuku was a South African vocalist best known as the backing vocalist of Johnny Clegg's band. [1] In addition he also toured with I Muvrini on three European tours [2] .

He was shot dead during an altercation with thieves on May 17, 2014, aged 50. [3] [4]

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References

  1. "Johnny Clegg". Johnny Clegg. Retrieved 21 May 2014.
  2. https://www.johnnyclegg.com/bongsbiog.html
  3. "Backing singer for Johnny Clegg shot dead in South Africa - Yahoo!7". Au.news.yahoo.com. Archived from the original on 20 May 2014. Retrieved 21 May 2014.
  4. "Johnny Clegg Band Vocalist Bongani Masuku Murdered [Music Video]". Guardianlv.com. 17 May 2014. Retrieved 21 May 2014.