Mbosso opens up about his battle with congenital heart condition
Celebrated Bongo Flava artiste Mbosso Khan on Thursday, February 13, 2025, took to Instagram to share his emotional journey battling a congenital heart condition.
The singer, widely known for his romantic ballads and heartfelt lyrics, detailed his diagnosis and successful treatment, crediting President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s health initiative for enabling his recovery.
In his candid revelation, Mbosso disclosed that on December 28, 2024, he participated in a heart health screening held at the Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute (JKCI) in Dar es Salaam.
The initiative, spearheaded by President Samia in collaboration with JKCI, the National Arts Council of Tanzania (BASATA), and the Tanzania Film Board, aimed to raise public awareness about the importance of heart health and preventive care.
“Mnamo tarehe 28 mwezi wa 12 mwaka 2024 nilipata nafasi ya kushiriki kwenye zoezi la upimaji wa afya ya moyo lililofanyika katika Taasisi ya Moyo Jakaya Kikwete (JKCI) Kawe Jijini Dar Es Salaam. Zoezi hili liliandaliwa na Mheshimiwa Rais @samia_suluhu_hassan kwa ushirikiano wa Taasisi ya JKCI na @basata.tanzania na @tanzania_film_board ikilenga kuhamasisha jamii kuhusu umuhimu wa kufuatilia hali ya afya ya moyo na kuzuia magonjwa yanayoweza kuzuilika,” he wrote.
During the screening, doctors discovered that the singer had been living with a congenital heart condition affecting the electrical impulses of his heart.
While the diagnosis was unexpected, Mbosso expressed relief that treatment was available within Tanzania, contrary to the belief that such cases required overseas medical intervention.
“Kupitia zoezi hili iligundulika nina shida ya moyo ambayo nilizaliwa nayo. Kitaalamu niliambiwa ni shida ya umeme wa moyo ambayo Taasisi ya JKCI wakishirikiana na Basata waliahidi kunisaidia na kupona kabisa. Alhamdulillah, Alhamdulillah!” he shared with gratitude.
Mbosso, who recently left Diamond Platnumz’s Wasafi record, described the past few days leading up to his treatment as some of the most nerve-wracking moments of his life.
However, his fears turned into joy when a team of expert cardiologists from Egypt and Tanzania successfully treated him in a procedure that lasted just one hour.
“Siku ya juzi kuja jana ilikuwa na masaa 12 hadi kutimia 24 yenye hofu kubwa kwangu ambayo yameleta matokeo ya furaha na amani ya milele kwangu, familia yangu, na kwa mashabiki wote wa muziki wangu. Nilipata nafasi ya kutibiwa na madaktari bingwa kabisa wa maswala ya moyo kutoka nchini Misri (Egypt 🇪🇬) sambamba na madaktari kutoka nyumbani hapa Tanzania ndani ya lisaa moja tu na kila kitu kikamilika.”
Following the successful treatment, Mbosso was discharged and is now resting at home, expected to resume his daily activities within a week.
The artiste expressed overwhelming gratitude to President Samia Suluhu Hassan for supporting local healthcare initiatives that made his treatment possible.
“Shukrani zangu nyingi za dhati zikufikie popote ulipo Mheshimiwa Rais wetu Tanzania, Mama yangu @samia_suluhu_hassan. Asante sana Mama! Chini ya utawala wako, yanawezekana ambayo niliaminishwa hayatawezekana hadi niende India. Asante sana Mama! Kijana wako sasa ni mwenye afya iliyo ngangari, na nakuahidi nitashikamana na wewe—mkoa kwa wilaya, vijiji kwa vitongoji kuhakikisha natangaza sifa za utendaji wako wa kazi.”
The singer also extended his appreciation to BASATA Executive Secretary Kedmon Mapana, JKCI Director General Dr. Peter Kisenge, and the entire medical team who ensured he received the best care possible.
He described the hospital environment as comforting and welcoming, akin to being at home.
“Asante sana Katibu Mtendaji wa Basata @kmapana kwa mchango wako mkubwa kwenye kufanikisha hili. Shukrani zangu zikufikie Mkurugenzi Mkuu JKCI Dokta Peter Kisenge kwa kuwa na mimi bega kwa bega kuhakikisha natibiwa vizuri na napona kabisa. Wewe sambamba na madaktari na wauguzi wote wa JKCI Muhimbili mlifanya hospitali nipaone tu kama nipo nyumbani.”
Mbosso’s message concluded with a heartfelt acknowledgement to his fans, whose prayers and support played a crucial role in his recovery.
“Asante sana mashabiki zangu wote kwa dua zenu. Sasa nimepona na kazi inendelee! 💪🏾”
Mbosso’s revelation has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with fans and fellow artists celebrating his recovery while emphasizing the importance of heart health awareness.
As Mbosso prepares to return to the studio and the stage, his journey stands as an inspiring reminder of the importance of routine health check-ups and the power of a supportive community.
