Hundreds turned up for the tribute and memorial concert for the late legendary musician, Ras Sheehama, organised by MTC, Nascam, and the Ndilimani Cultural Troupe at the Zoo Park Amphitheatre. 

The celebratory concert in the capital was attended by family, friends, fans, fellow artists and industry players, as well as by former First Lady Monica Geingos and Minister of Information and Communication Technology Emma Theofelus.

The atmosphere was not sombre, as many had expected, but entertainment-filled, honouring the life of a man who contributed to the liberation struggle of the country and the music industry.

Speeches narrated by family, friends and industry players told a story of a man who was family-orientated, a people person, and a mentor. 

He was a free-spirited man who used music as a tool for social change and to express his heart. 

Ras Sheehama's guitar, which once carried life through his lyrical rhymes, was displayed at the concert. 

Nascam Vice Chairperson, Shinana Nghixulifwa, called for support and appreciation for artists, urging every Namibian to play their part in promoting artists.

He called for the urgent implementation of a bill that will provide greater benefits to artists. 

He further recalled the significant role that Sheehama played in shaping the country's music industry. 

The son of the late Sheehama, Duka Sheehama, lightened up the moment by giving the audience a surprise musical in remembrance of his father.

The night concluded with the band performing a variety of Sheehama's songs, and many audience members joined the stage to jam along to the legend's tunes. 

Ras Sheehama is survived by his wife, seven children, eleven grandchildren and twenty-two siblings. 

He will be buried on 20 September at Onamulunga village, Omusati Region.