Clouds media’s Ephraim Kibonde laid to rest at Kinondoni cemeteries

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Dar es Salaam. The body of Clouds Media Group broadcaster Mr Ephraim Kibonde was finally laid to rest at the Kinondoni cemetery, on Saturday, March 9, 2019.

Mourners, who had gathered at the late Kibonde’s  residence paid their last respects to the deceased body before procession to the cemetery began at round 2.30 PM.

Former President Jakaya Kikwete was among the mourners, who paid their last respect to the body of Mr Kibonde. Other dignitaries, who attended funeral ceremony include minister of information, youth, culture sports and artistes.

Speaking during the ceremony some of the late’s colleagues said the death of Mr Kibonde and Ruge Mutahaba has left a huge void to Clouds Media Group as well as to the entire industry.

“I worked with him and Ruge for a long time and I can tell you we still needed them because of their hardworking and innovation,” said Mr Gadner Gihabashi, a broadcaster.

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