Martin Nkhata (18 May 1994 – 23 May 2022), better known by his stage name Martse, was a Malawian rapper, songwriter and activist.[1][2] He started music journey in 2004 when he was influenced by Dzimbiri, whose real name is Mphatso Katopola, of the now defunct Khamradzi Music Group.[3]
Background
Early life
Martin Nkhata was born on 15 June 1989, in Rumphi District, Malawi. He later moved to Blantyre to purse his career. He started music journey in 2004 when he was heavily influenced by Dzimbiri whose real name is Mphatso Katopola of the now defunct Khamradzi Music Group. Nkhata's rap style was inspired by domestic surrounding. By 2018, Martse released a mix-tape titled Raps and Dances.[4][1]
Death
Nkhata passed away on 23 May 2022 at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Blantyre.[5] Following his tragic death, his family insisted that Nkhata did not die a natural death, but rather was killed.[6]
Aftermath
Soon after Nkhata's death, it was reported that his death was due to his uncooperation to selling of his soul to the Satanism.[7] On 23 May 2022, a medical practitioner who shared about Nkhata's death on Twitter faced public condemnation.[8]
On 25 May 2022, Eli Njuchi was attacked when he attended Nkhata's funeral as he was being suspected to have been involved in Nkhata's death.[9]
^Malawi 24 Zambian artists honour Martse | Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi Martse died of burns wounds at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Blantyre. The Malawi nation including its leaders, continues to mourn his death. . 30 May 2022
^"Martse". Music From Malawi. Retrieved 2024-05-08.
