Kinshasa-born Mulele Matondo Afrika started music at an early age before he established himself in Zambia and Zimbabwe as a bassist, guitarist, and arranger with a flair for his homegrown Congolese style, still extremely popular there today. As Ponpon Matondo, he enjoyed success early in his career working with Chris Chali and Amayenge, Real Sounds of Africa, Lubumbashi Stars, and New Stars Musica V.S.L.V. (which he co-founded).

Mulele's solo debut, "Prophecy," marked a change of direction towards what he calls 'conscious music'. Affected by endless conflict back home, and inspired by outspoken artists before him, Mulele now writes music for the people - songs about real lives and problems, often criticizing world leaders in the process, and urging his fellow Africans to stand up and change the dire status quo.