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Fans Applaud Namadingo’s Soulful New Kufa Nkugona Hit
Fans are hailing Patience Namadingo’s latest release Kufa Nkugona as a soulful masterpiece, offering comfort, hope, and healing — and racking up 170,000 YouTube views in under a day.
Afro-gospel fusion maestro Patience Namadingo has once again stirred the nation’s emotions with ‘Kufa Nkugona’, a soul-stirring music video whose title translates to “Death is Like Sleeping.” The track blends heartfelt lyricism with Namadingo’s unmistakable vocal signature, offering comfort to the grieving and reflection for the faithful.
“Ndani wina wachikondi choposa Messiah, Ndani wina chifundo choposa Messiah, Adzatipatsa moyo wina tikafa, Kufa nkugona, Msamachite mantha abale, Tidzaukanso moyo wina,” reads part of the lyrics in Chichewa, underscoring the song’s central message of hope, faith, and eternal life.
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In his comment posted under the video, Evans Kandaya Nkhoma reflects how deeply the song resonates with listeners who see it as more than just music, but rather a spiritual reminder.
“The song tells us to hold on to the Lord and keep trusting Him, for He has good things in store for us. It underscores the belief in life after death. Namadingo will never disappoint when it comes to song composition and singing,” commented Nkhoma.
Another fan, George Ndlovu, also expressed how Kufa Nkugona has become a source of personal healing for those grappling with loss.
“I lost my beloved wife last year, and life has never been the same ever since, but this song gives me hope that one day we will meet,” said Ndhlovu.
Kainos Grey, comments in a playful yet powerful statement that captures the mood sweeping across Malawi following the release, saying, “When Doc songs drop, I swear even the hippos in Lake Malawi stop splashing to listen. Boats can wait, fishing nets can wait, only Doc matters.”
In just 17 hours after its debut, the music video had already amassed 170,000 views on YouTube, a clear sign that it struck a chord far beyond Namadingo’s core fan base.
Shot with cinematic precision, the visuals are rich, symbolic, and deeply connected to the song’s message. Every frame reinforces the idea that grief can be met with the light of hope.
With praise flooding social media, Kufa Nkugona is already being hailed as another timeless masterpiece.

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