| Mabuchi Mwale | |
| Birth Date: | 28 November 1989 |
| Birth Place: | Blantyre, Malawi |
| Occupation: | Musician songwriter |
| Years Active: | 2008–present |
Mabuchi Mwale, popularly known by his stage name Bucci, is a Malawian singer, dancer, songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur.[1] [2] He was also featured on BBC Africa’s ‘Focus on Africa’. He is known for his unique R&B style and dance moves. He has released several songs, including “Wofo”, “Apapa”, “Golide”, “Undigwile”, “Gijima”, “Ndagoma”, “Ngati Maloto”, “Umbombo” and “Zitiyendera”.
Mwale was born and raised in Blantyre where he started his musical journey. He is a Tumbuka by tribe and his parents are from the Northern Region of Malawi but had since left the place for work to the Southern Region where Mwale was born.[3] [4]
Growing up in a musically inclined family, Mwale was exposed to various genres of music from an early age, which significantly influenced his development. His mother, a singer in her family choir, played a crucial role in nurturing his musical interests . He began his musical journey by playing drums in a church band and later joined the group BBM CLIQUE, where he honed his skills and eventually became a part of Ndefeyo Entertainment.As his confidence grew, he started performing at numerous gigs, showcasing his unique style, which blended traditional Afropop and R&B with a modern twist. His energetic performances and distinctive sound resonated with audiences, and he soon gained popularity in the local music scene. As a producer, he has produced several hits such as “Golide”, “Undigwile” (ft. Tuno), “Gijima” (ft. Zani Challe), “Ndagoma” (ft. Fredokiss), “Wofo,” “Apapa,” “Malungo,” “Umbombo” and “Zitiyendera.”