Namibian afro-pop artist Immanuel Kamati, known professionally as Chika WaNamibia, was found dead at age 43 after disappearing for more than two months. Police recovered his body on October 19 from a lake near the University of Namibia's Oshakati campus, discovering no visible trauma or broken bones.
Authorities sent tissue samples to the National Forensic Laboratory for toxicology analysis after the August 4 disappearance. A family member said Kamati had received hospital treatment for illness before vanishing. The performer leaves behind three children and several siblings.
Born in Angola during July 1982, Kamati gained recognition across northern Namibia through popular songs Oshiponga Nayi and Oshihomo. He worked as a security guard before launching his music career and creating Ondjokonona to celebrate founding president Sam Nujoma. Mourners buried Kamati at Othingo village on Saturday.
Authorities sent tissue samples to the National Forensic Laboratory for toxicology analysis after the August 4 disappearance. A family member said Kamati had received hospital treatment for illness before vanishing. The performer leaves behind three children and several siblings.
Born in Angola during July 1982, Kamati gained recognition across northern Namibia through popular songs Oshiponga Nayi and Oshihomo. He worked as a security guard before launching his music career and creating Ondjokonona to celebrate founding president Sam Nujoma. Mourners buried Kamati at Othingo village on Saturday.
