The Democratic Republic of Congo’s government will organise the funeral of singer Tshala Muana who died over the weekend at the age of 64.

The minister of culture, arts and heritage on Monday paid a visit to Tshala Muana’s companion
, Claude Mashala, where she made the announcement.

Tshala Muana was famous for several songs such as Karibu Yangu, Malu and Tshianza.

She had toured widely overseas, won several awards on the national, continental and global scene and had recorded over 20 albums.