Kinshasa, December 23rd, 2025 (CPA). – A tribute has been paid to singer Koffi Olomide, from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), for his musical legacy in Africa, following a series of concerts held from December 19th to 22nd in Paris by Congolese rapper Maître Gims, according to a video viewed on Tuesday by CPA.
‘Koffi Olomide is a legend. He is certainly the greatest African artist I know. In the history of the continent, the man has accomplished great exploits and continues to exceed his limits,’ has declared rapper Gandhi Djuna, better known by his stage name Maître Gims. For him, thanks to his inventive genius and talent, the leader of the ‘Quartier Latin International’ orchestra has earned the respect and admiration of all of Africa.
View of rapper Gandhi Djuna, known as Maître Gims. Photo rights third party.
« All Africans can attest to this: Whether it’s Burna Boy, Wizkid or anyone else, they will tell you that there is no one above Koffi Olomide as an African artist, » has said Maître Gims, reminding that he had known the artist since his youth, thanks in particular to his father Jean Mpanga Wa Mpanga, alias Djuna Djanana, a Congolese singer and choreographer.
Maître Gims has performed five concerts at Paris La Defense Arena (from December 19th to 22nd), one of the largest venues in Europe. On this occasion, he had brilliantly revisited his greatest hits. CPA/