LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Celebrated Congolese Soukous star, Awilo Longomba is expected to share stage with Malawian artist Lawi at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in the capital Lilongwe on April 29, 2023.
Awilo born in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) but is based in the United Kingdom will come to Malawi courtesy of Lawi and Umodzi Park.
Lawi told the news conference on Friday, March 10, 2023 that is excited to share the stage with African Lumba icon Awilo.
He disclosed that only is sharing the state with Awilo but also working in the studio and recording news songs which will be out soon.
“Growing up as a child I listened to Awilo’s song and I never thought that along the journey as a musician I will be a able to share a stage with him,” excited Lawi.
Umodzi Park Sales and Marketing Manager Matamando Chagunda said the company decided to collaborate with Lawi to bring Awilo whose songs are enjoyed by both the older and younger generations
“It is an opportunity for people to enjoy their favourite Awilo songs. He is the musician with diverse of people’ ages. Therefore we are appeal to music lovers to patronise the show in April 29, 2023,” said Chagunda.
In short televised message, Awilo assured Malawians for a big gig comes April.
This comes as Awilo was also set to perform in Malawi last year courtesy of Umodzi Park but he failed to come due to technical challenges.
But Chagunda has since assured Malawians that this time, the ‘Karolina’ star will come to Malawi.
Awilo Longomba is happily married to his wife Paradis Kacharelle.
The couple has a son whose name is Lovy Believe Church Awilo Longomba currently lives in London, UK.
Meanwhile, Castel Malawi donated MK7 million towards the show.
