DJ Mekonko

Bio

DJ Mekonko has come a long way from his humble beginnings as a tout at a clothing store, and he credits his meteoric rise not to luck but sheer hard work and perseverance. Born Khoaele Komtata in the rural enclave of Liphakoeng, Mapoteng in Berea district, DJ Mekonko was raised in Ha Molemane in Teyateyaneng (TY). His first job started in 2002 as a tout for a clothing outlet. He would stand outside and persuade people to enter the store using a loud speaker and a radio where he would play popular songs.

In 2004, DJ Mekonko relocated to Maseru to work in a fruit and veg store in Ha Matala. Unknown to him at the time, the transition would ultimately nudge him in the direction of his dream. The store owner had DJ equipment and allowed him to use it. At that time he established himself as a DJ.

His break came through a childhood friend who opened a restaurant in TY called Mirage where he became a regular DJ. With the practice and exposure the regular performances afforded him, DJ Mekonko gradually improved. After invites to perform at other clubs started pouring in, he decided to quit his job and pursue disc spinning as a full-time occupation.

Over the years, DJ Mekonko’s popularity has grown, with bookings for various corporate events and major festivals. He left Times Café in 2014 for the Khubetsoana-based Club 4Fordy where he hosts Soulful House Sunday Sessions every week.

LSMaseru, Lesotho

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Profile added by Ano Shumba on 06 Dec 2016
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