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Martse

1994 – 2022

Malawian musician

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About Martse

Lived 1994 – 2022 (aged 28). Martse was a Malawian rapper.

Martin Nkhata (18 May 199423 May 2022), better known by his stage name Martse, was a Malawian rapper, songwriter and activist. He started music journey in 2004 when he was influenced by Dzimbiri, whose real name is Mphatso Katopola, of the now defunct Khamradzi Music Group.

Background Early life Martin Nkhata was born on 18 May 1994, in Rumphi District, Malawi. He later moved to Blantyre to purse his career. He started music journey in 2004 when he was heavily influenced by Dzimbiri whose real name is Mphatso Katopola of the now defunct Khamradzi Music Group. Nkhata's rap style was inspired by domestic surrounding. By 2018, Martse released a mix-tape titled Raps and Dances. Following his tragic death, his family insisted that Nkhata did not die a natural death, but rather was killed.

Aftermath Soon after Nkhata's death, it was reported that his death was due to his uncooperation to selling of his soul to the Satanism. On 23 May 2022, a medical practitioner who shared about Nkhata's death on Twitter faced public condemnation.

On 25 May 2022, Eli Njuchi was attacked when he attended Nkhata's funeral as he was being suspected to have been involved in Nkhata's death.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Martse?

Malawian musician

When was Martse born?

Martse was born on 18 May 1994.

When did Martse die?

Martse died on 23 May 2022.

What was Martse's occupation?

Martse was a rapper.

What nationality was Martse?

Martse was Malawian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Martse

· Wikidata: Q125849488

· DBpedia: Martse

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