adminIn an interview recently, 33-year-old Gumbo described street begging as relying on people’s change after shopping.
“It is not about being blind but being brave to realise one’s talent and pursuing it to success. The disabled should not concentrate on disability but what they can do for a living.
“The disabled are equally talented even better than the able-bodied persons. Street begging is just not a desired option.
“What people give us on the streets is just their change from their shopping and to rely on that would not be ideal. One has to utilise the talent to make a living,” said Gumbo.
He said music was earning him a decent living with four albums – Ngibonge Ngithini (2003), Cheer Up (2005), Mixed Bag (2009) and Maranatha (2010) — to his name.
Born on 12 December 1978 in Tsholotsho, Gumbo a solo vocalist and pianist cut his music teeth at Solusi Mission in 1988.
When he moved to Bulawayo his talent touched renowned business mogul Delma Lupepe who sponsored his recording at Joe Masilela’s studios.
He is thankful for the assistance he has continued to receive from Lupepe.
“At least I am now earning something from music. “Lupepe has really stood by me each time my music is ready for recording,” said Gumbo.
Blessed with amazing finger artistry on the keyboard, Gumbo has a powerful voice which touches many especially on gospel songs.
Online Reporter