Bio: Morton Rashid Jumah (M.Spark)
I was born on 5 December 2002 as the fourth child in a family of six. I have one sister and four brothers and was raised by a single mother after my father left shortly after my birth. I am the only family member with albinism.
When I was 11 years old, I survived a violent attack linked to ritualistic practices. A member of my extended family took me to a forest where three other men were waiting. They attempted to kill me by strangling me and holding knives to my throat. During the attack, which caused deep bleeding wounds, I managed to break free and run for my life. I reached a path where I was found and rescued. Two of the men involved were later arrested and imprisoned. I was left with deep scars on my neck and shoulder as a result of the attack.
After completing primary school in Karonga, I attended Mzuzu International Academy for secondary school. I began my musical journey in 2010, influenced by my family members who are all musicians. My role model is Eminem. I perform under the stage name M. Spark and create music in the genres of hip hop, trap, amapiano and afro music.
Bio: Timothy Mwenechali (Blottiyo/ BT)
I was born on 9 April 2000, the youngest of two sons in my family. My brother and I both have albinism. My mother passed away in 2003 and my father left shortly afterwards, so I was raised by my grandmother.
After completing secondary school, I enrolled at Ngala Community College to study motorcycle repair. I completed Level 1 of the programme, but later had to quit due to financial difficulties.
My journey in music began in 2010 when I watched the Aleluya Band perform at the opening of the Karonga Diocese. This inspired me to pursue music. I later joined the Tantufy Sunday School Choir, where I learnt about music and developed my skills. I perform under the stage names Blottiyo or BT, and music has become an important part of my life and personal development.
Listen to the song here
Albinism Just a Gene
Timothy Brown Mwenechali & Morton Juma
Song Lyrics
Timothy Brown Mwenechali & Morton Juma
Directed by Bridget Mwale; produced by 1I; shot by Heaven Mark
Sometimes I wonder why you get amazed how I am,
Your mind pushed you so far away to think evil upon my life
You have turned my real name because of my appearance
You don't know what's going on. Albinism is all about.
You take me as money, you don't take me as man
Witch doctors deceived you, they said my bones are money
My Daddy, I'm your child, I am really your blood son
Don't think my mother went outside, it's just a genetic condition
I need support from you,
I need a love from you,
I need a care from you
I true am human.
Ooooh, it's just a gene. Albinism is just a gene,
My condition is just normal, biologically it's nature.
You can be the greatest, you can be the best,
You can be the King Kong banging on your chest
You can win the world, you can win the war
You can talk to God, go bang on his door
You can through your hands up high.
You can be mindful, you can be a priest
You can move mountains, you can break the rocks
You can break the rooocks
Be students
Be leaders
Be believers
Be preachers
Be astronauts
Be champions
Be mindful
Be teachers
Dedicate yourself so you can fight for your Rights.
Oh, just a gene. Albinism is just a gene
my condition is just normal biologically, is nature.
