Gogo: Popular Rwandan Gospel Musician and TikTok Sensation Reported Dead
- Rwandan gospel singer and TikTok star Musabyimana Gloriose, widely known as Gogo, has reportedly passed away at age 36
- Gogo reportedly passed away on September 3, 2025, after travelling to Uganda for a three-day revival event in Mbarara from August 29-31, 2025
- News of Gogo's death sparked mourning on social media, where she gained popularity due to her songs and stage performances
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Rwandan gospel musician and TikTok sensation, Musabyimana Gloriose, popularly known as Gogo, has reportedly died. She was 36.
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Gogo passed away during a trip to Uganda on an evangelism tour, according to a close friend, Bruno K, who confirmed her death.
"To all the fans of GoGo in Uganda, we have lost our dear superstar. Just got the news this morning. Rest in peace, GoGo," he shared in a post on TikTok.
The gospel musician gained prominence on social media with her soulful songs and infectious stage performances.
She was known for songs such as Everyday, I Need Blood of Jesus, which went viral on TikTok and became the background to countless videos.
Below is a TikTok video confirming Gogo’s reported death:
What caused Gogo's death?
TikTok star Gogo reportedly died following a three-day trip to Uganda to participate in a revival in Mbarara, according to Tuko.co.ke.
Pulse Live reports that she travelled to Kampala after her appearances in Mbarara, which went on from August 29-31.
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According to Fred Muzik Promoter, one of East Africa’s largest promoters who worked with Gogo, she was rushed to the Kyengera Doctors Medical Centre in Kampala after feeling unwell.
He stated that her alleged cause of death was due to epilepsy.
“With great sadness, we announce the passing of Rwandan gospel musician Musabyimana Gloriose a.k.a Gogo, who left us on September 3, 2025, at Kyengera Doctors Medical Centre in Kampala. According to the medical report, the cause of death was due to epilepsy as a consequence of respiratory aspiration,” he wrote.
He added that Gogo’s legacy will shine forever through her music, which comforted millions across the continent.
The TikTok post with the statement confirming Gogo’s cause of death is below:
Reactions to Gogo's death
YEN.com.gh compiled some reactions to the sad news of TikToker Gogo's death.
That calm guy said:
"Thank you, Lord, for her life because your plans are always good and may her soul rest in eternal peace."
Cyro black wrote:
"Rest in peace, Bambi, till we meet again 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭."
Isaiah Taurus commented:
"She was telling us goodbye."
ASHABA Primrose said:
"May the precious blood of Jesus keep your soul resting forever 😭😭😭."
Chashiya styles 💐🌹🥀 wrote:
"May her beautiful soul rest in peace....Ghudhubayi Gogo."
Ghanaian TikToker Osanju passes away
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that popular Ghanaian TikToker Osanju died after a drawn-out battle with leukaemia.
Osanju fell ill in his room around 2 a.m. on Monday, September 1, and was rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital.
He was subsequently transferred to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at the facility.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
