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Saxophone legend Manu Dibango 鈥� best known for his 1972 song Soul Makossa 鈥� is one of the first global stars to die from Covid-19. The 86-year-old fused jazz and funk music with traditional sounds from his home country, Cameroon. A statement on his official Facebook page says his funeral will take place in "strict privacy". It asks people to send condolences by email, adding that a tribute will be arranged 鈥渨hen possible鈥�. He spoke to the 大象传媒 about his music.

Photo: African saxophone legend Manu Dibango. Credit: 大象传媒