DRC: The 'golden voice' of Congolese rumba Carlyto Lassa has passed away at 65

Congolese singer Carlyto Lassa, formerly known as Charles Ndombasi Lassa, passed away at the age of 65 in Cincinnati, USA. A former figure of rumba, he had recently participated in an evangelistic campaign before his death. Lassa, who had been part of famous groups like OK Jazz, dedicated his later years to Christian music and pastoral ministry.