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Papa James, a Historical Figure in Malagasy Salegy Music, Has Died at the Age of 76.

Born Mayoub Caid Jean Gaby, also known as Gaby or Papa James, one of the great voices of salegy, a fast-paced and festive music genre originating in northern Madagascar, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in South Africa at the age of 76. Having lived in the country for some thirty years, the artist was deeply affected by the xenophobic violence targeting foreigners last June. He leaves behind a major legacy in Malagasy culture.

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Born Mayoub Caid Jean Gaby, also known as Gaby or Papa James, one of the great voices of salegy, a fast-paced and festive music genre originating in northern Madagascar, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in South Africa at the age of 76. Having lived in the country for some thirty years, the artist was deeply affected by the xenophobic violence targeting foreigners last June. He leaves behind a major legacy in Malagasy culture.

·Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
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Radio France Internationale broke the news in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France on Friday, August 21, 2026.
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