Why has Lesothoβs Famo music scene become deadly?
In the 1970s, Famo became a major music genre in Lesotho. But in the decades that followed, music rivalry emerged, leading to killings
Famo is often described as Lesothoβs βtraditional musicβ and is the countryβs leading music genre.
In recent times, rivalry among Famo artistes has led to bloodshed.
Some music experts say this recent behaviour mirrors some of the US hip hop rivaly in the 1990s; the so-called East Coast v West Coast beef.
Many Famo artists are divided into two warring factions, Terene and Seakhi.
Terene members are known for draping their distinct yellow traditional blankets over their shoulders.
Those who belong to Seakhi, prefer blue and black blankets. The two have been clashing for years, leading to the deaths of dozens of people.
But whatβs behind the battles?
Alan Kasujja speaks to Famoβs experts and local musicians.
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