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Roger Kwami Zinga

1943 – 2004

Congolese film director

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Lived 1943 – 2004 (aged 60–61). Roger Kwami Zinga was a Congolese film director, known for Moseka.

Roger Kwami Mambu Zinga (1943 – 22 February 2004) was a filmmaker in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Early life and education Roger Kwami Mambu Zinga was born in 1953.

He co-directed Tango ya ba Wendo (1993) with the Belgian documentary-maker Mirko Popovitch. This film documents the elder and talented Congolese musician Wendo Kolossoy, considered to be the "father of Congolese music".

Libanga For almost two decades Kwami tried to make Libanga, a feature film, but conditions in Zaire did not make this possible. However, he directed several other films.

Death At the time of his death Zinga held the position of director of cinematography for television. He was also the president of the Congolese Association of Filmmakers, and an active member of the Pan African Federation of Filmmakers (Fepaci), for which he was the Regional Secretary for Central Africa.

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Born
1943
Birth century
Occupation
Known for
Moseka
Also known as
Roger Kwami Mambu Zinga

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Roger Kwami Zinga?

Congolese film director (1943 – 2004)

When was Roger Kwami Zinga born?

Roger Kwami Zinga was born in 1943.

When did Roger Kwami Zinga die?

Roger Kwami Zinga died on 22 February 2004 in Kinshasa.

What was Roger Kwami Zinga's occupation?

Roger Kwami Zinga was a film director.

What was Roger Kwami Zinga known for?

Roger Kwami Zinga was known for Moseka.

What nationality was Roger Kwami Zinga?

Roger Kwami Zinga was Congolese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Roger Kwami Zinga

· Wikidata: Q7358487

· DBpedia: Roger Kwami Zinga

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