About Jonas Gwangwa
Lived 1937 – 2021 (aged 83). Jonas Gwangwa was a South African jazz musician, songwriter, composer, film score composer and trombonist.
Jonas Mosa Gwangwa (19 October 1937 – 23 January 2021) was a South African jazz musician, songwriter and producer. He was an important figure in South African jazz for more than 40 years.
Life and career Gwangwa was born in Orlando East, Soweto, on 19 October 1937.
Gwangwa died due to cardiac complications on 23 January 2021, at the age of 83.
Honours Order of Ikhamanga, Gold (27 April 2010)
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Who was Jonas Gwangwa?
South African musician (1937-2021)
When was Jonas Gwangwa born?
Jonas Gwangwa was born on 10 October 1937 in Johannesburg.
When did Jonas Gwangwa die?
Jonas Gwangwa died on 23 January 2021 in Johannesburg.
What was Jonas Gwangwa's occupation?
Jonas Gwangwa was a jazz musician, songwriter, composer, film score composer and trombonist.
What nationality was Jonas Gwangwa?
Jonas Gwangwa was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jonas Gwangwa. https://biography.guide/jonas-gwangwa/
MLA: "Jonas Gwangwa." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jonas-gwangwa/.
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