Description:
(Poet) Smokey Haangala was a prominent figure in the Zambian music scene during the 1970s and 1980s. He was known for his talents as a poet, writer, composer, musician, and journalist. Haangala was recognized for his exceptional keyboard skills and popular songs such as Baala Ng'ombe, Kavundula, Mandalena Kasama, Bo Lisabet Wa Matambula, and Mandalena Mongu. He received awards for his solo performances in 1977 and 1978. Haangala also contributed as a columnist and journalist for various publications before focusing solely on his music career.