Sorry to put this up late but better late than never!
Award-winning musician, Hoïgen Ekwalla has died.
News of the 50-year-old star’s demise was announced last Thursday.
He allegedly died of kidney failure-related complications at the Laquintinine Hospital, Douala.
According to Cameroon Radio Television (CRTV), the crooner had been ill “for a while” before his condition worsened.
Ekwalla shot to fame in the 80s with hit “chat botte,” which earned him the Best Music Award in Cameroon.
Subsequent chart-toppers “Longue di titi nika,” “Londo,” and “Mon amie” sealed his place in the makossa hall of fame.
Ever passionate about his craft, Ekwalla was an outspoken critic of the Biya government’s insufficient efforts to tackle musical piracy.
The celebrity, who described himself as “humble and calm” performed to acclaim in Cameroon, Europe and the USA.
Friends say he was working on an album which was tipped to re-launch his career after a long hiatus.
Hoïgen Ekwalla’s life in music spanned nearly 30 years.
Dulce Camer would like to pay special tribute to the great Hoïgen Ekwalla. Please share your thoughts and memories of him and his music.
Thanks.
Dulce
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