Malome Vector | |
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| Birth name | Bokang Moleli |
| Born | 4 July 1992 Roma, Lesotho |
| Origin | Roma, Maseru, Lesotho |
| Died | 24 July 2024 (aged 32) N1, Free State, South Africa |
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| Occupation | Singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 2004-2024 |
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Bokang Moleli (4 July 1992 – 24 July 2024), known professionally as Malome Vector, was a Lesotho singer-songwriter and rapper.[1] Born and raised in Roma, Maseru, Vector's musical career began at the age of 14 in 2004 as a school choir participant prior to competing on talent shows.[1][2] Vector was one of the young artists who expressed their culture & language in HipHop music, as in most of his songs he sings in the Sotho language.
Malome relocated to South Africa and signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment in 2020.[3] Vector rose to prominence with his debut single "Dumelang" released in 2019 which became commercially successful and certified double platinum in South Africa.[4]
- ^ a b "Malome Vector: A New Wave of Sesotho Rap". Red Bull. 16 September 2020. Archived from the original on 9 May 2024. Retrieved 25 July 2024.
- ^ Archary, Natasha (11 September 2021). "Malome Vector says 'Dumelang' on the Ultimate Kaya 959 Top 30". Kaya 959. Archived from the original on 28 September 2021. Retrieved 25 July 2024.
- ^ Magagula, Nompumelelo (18 January 2022). "Malome Vector's prayers have been answered". South Africa: News24. Archived from the original on 27 August 2023. Retrieved 25 July 2024.
- ^ "Malome Vector goes Platinum". Public Eye News. 6 July 2021. Archived from the original on 20 May 2024. Retrieved 25 July 2024.