PROFILE: Bongi Mthombeni.

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Bongi was born in Tembisa on the 9th of September 1987. His passion for music started at a very young age while he went to the Nobel Primary School. He continued his secondary education at the Primrose High School.

From grade 1 to grade 7, he always took part in his school’s talent shows and was determined to excel in every performance, whether it was with drama, music or even addressing the school! When he was in grade 2, he taught himself piano by watching his brother play at church.

After every service he would ask his take the keyboard home so he could practice. Bongi started to play the school anthem and other hymns during assembly in grade 6. years later, he and a friend started a mini school choir. Bongi became the choir conductor. was Primrose High School’s school spirit for 3 years and was the head-cheerleader in Matric.
3 Nov 2022 7AM English South Africa Education · Careers

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