Namibia was plunged into two weeks of mourning following the passing of celebrated musician Ras Sheehama, aged 59.
Sheehama, who was buried on Saturday, left behind a legacy of music that has inspired generations.
The late Ras Sheehama, a legend of reggae music, was buried at Anamulenge Cemetery in the Omusati Region.
He was laid to rest with the release of doves by his children, widow, and family members.
Mourners from all walks of life have gathered at Omusati Region's Onamulunga village to honour the life of late music icon Ras Sheehama, who died on the fifth of September in Windhoek.
Hundreds turned up for the tribute and memorial concert for the late legendary musician, Ras Sheehama, organised by MTC, Nascam, and the Ndilimani Cultural Troupe at the Zoo Park Amphitheatre.
The family of the late Ras Sheehama, a renowned Namibian musician, has paid tribute to his legacy, urging people to remember him for his outstanding contributions to the country’s music industry and the Swapo Party.
Late music star and Namibian reggae icon, Ras Sheehama, always used his music to convey messages of love and to protest social conditions, leaving consumers of his music with food for thought.
Cultural and visual artist Papa Shikongeni has called for urgent action to honour legendary artists who often pass away without recognition and under deplorable conditions.
He made the appeal in a tribute to reggae icon Ras Sheehama, who passed away today.
The Namibian creative industry is in mourning following the death of Ras Sheehama, one of the country’s most celebrated reggae artists and cultural icons.
NBC Director General Stanley Similo has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of veteran reggae musician Ras Sheehama, describing him as a friend, a brother, and a pioneer of Namibian music.
