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Africa-Press – Malawi. <\/strong><\/span>Mahara Mhango has released a tune titled \u2018Mbaya,\u2019 in which he expresses dismay over corruption and rising costs of living. Some of the lyrics in the song advise against involvement in corrupt practices as it reads: \u201cWatemwa Vimbundi, Watemwa Ubendezyi, Chifukwa Cha Unandi Unandi Wamalonda\u201d.<\/p>\n

The concept of the song draws inspiration from the New Testament book John chapter 2:16. The verse itself reads: \u2018And he told those who sold the pigeons, \u201cTake these things away; do not make my Father\u2019s house a house of trade.<\/p>\n

Interestingly, Mahara cross pollinates Afro Jazz and world music elements. With his mind-blowing religious and political undertones, he manages to give out traditional music blended with sheer charisma to create a veracious and magnetic performance for a listener\u2019s delight.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn my latest project I decided to make music that celebrates African theology, values and culture,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n

He added: I dedicate this project to my children Tahillah and Yadah for providing moral support and inspiration during the whole time of writing and recording.\u201d The song comes weeks after Mahara also released Wakwenera following a long hiatus.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Malawi. Mahara Mhango has released a tune titled \u2018Mbaya,\u2019 in which he expresses dismay over corruption and rising costs of living. Some of the lyrics in the song advise against involvement in corrupt practices as it reads: \u201cWatemwa Vimbundi, Watemwa Ubendezyi, Chifukwa Cha Unandi Unandi Wamalonda\u201d. 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