Afropop artist who defended his participation in a gospel "Night of Worship" show in Kavango West amid debate over secular performers on church stages.
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September 2026
The Namibian
Tate Butihas defendedhis participation in an upcoming gospel show
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“Afropop and traditional-fusion artist Tate Buti has defended his participation in an upcoming gospel show, as religious leaders and the public are debating the spiritual appropriateness of secular artists performing at gospel shows.”
Tate Butireleased'Ombulu', a 23-track album featuring collaborations with Top Cheri, DJ Vuyo and KP Illest
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“Tate Buti is back just in time for the festive season with 'Ombulu', a bold and deeply personal album.The 23-track project sees Tate digging deep into sound, soul and truth, on a journey he has openly described as one of honesty and artistic vulnerability.The album boasts an impressive list of collaborators, including regulars Top Cheri, DJ Vuyo and KP Illest.”
Tate Buticame out on social media abouthis new music allegedly uploaded without permission
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“Recently, music giant Abraham Mumbangala, known as Tate Buti, has come out guns blazing on social media about his new music which was allegedly uploaded on music platforms without his permission.”
Tate Butidrove to Grootfontein toconfront the person responsible for uploading his music
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“After tracing the suspect who allegedly uploaded his music to social media platforms and distributed it on USBs, Tate Buti says he immediately drove to Grootfontein to meet with him.”
Tate Butireleasednew album 'Ombululu' with 22 tracks
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“As the festive season heats up, veteran kwiku and gospel singer Tate Buti is already giving new life to dance floors across the country with his brand-new album, titled 'Ombululu'.”
Afropop artist Tate Buti has defended his participation in an upcoming "Night of Worship" gospel show in Kavango West, as religious leaders and the public debate whether non-gospel musicians should perform on church stages. The September event will feature both gospel artists and secular performers including Gazza and Tequila, prompting social media criticism about whether the gathering is meant for spiritual worship or entertainment.
Afropop artist Tate Buti has defended his participation in an upcoming "Night of Worship" gospel show in Kavango West, as religious leaders and the public debate whether non-gospel musicians should perform on church stages. The September event will feature both gospel artists and secular performers including Gazza and Tequila, prompting social media criticism about whether the gathering is meant for spiritual worship or entertainment.
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