In memory of Niza Simukonda
It is with deep sadness that we inform you that our highly esteemed artist and member of our community Niza Simukonda died unexpectedly at the age of 28 years due to complications after a dental operation.
Niza was full of life and plans. Niza was an active member of Beyond Music and was involved in four collaborations for the Beyond Music Project Vol. 2, one of which recently won the Creativity Award. Everyone who worked with Niza knew his joyful and passionate personality. He was a highly gifted artist who had great success in his home country. Niza was the son on Zambian music legend Ackim Simukonda. He had a passion for playing the guitar just like his father and was regarded as one of the country’s smoothest vocalists.
In memory of Niza, we made a small film that we created from video material provided by one of his collaborators.
We will keep Niza's profile on Beyond Music for the time being, as his participation in the Beyond Music Project Vol. 2 puts him in the running for further Creativity Awards as well as the Public Award. Possible prize money would be paid out to his family. Whenever we will listen to his submissions later, we will honour him as an exceptional artist.
We will all miss you very much, Niza! Rest in peace, dear friend.