Bokang Moleli (4 July 1992 – 24 July 2024), known professionally as Malome Vector, was a Lesotho singer-songwriter and rapper. Born and raised in Roma,

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, Maseru, Lesotho, Vector's musical career began at the age of 14 in 2004 as a school choir participant prior to competing on talent shows. Malome relocated to South Africa and signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment in 2020. Vector rose to prominence with his debut single "Dumelang" released in 2019 which became commercially successful and certified double platinum in South Africa.

Career

In 2020, Vector relocated to South Africa and signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment. Malome appeared on "Price To Pay" as single by South African DJ Miss Pru along with duo Blaq Diamond released on 8 May 2020. He received a nomination for Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Traditional at the 2021 All Africa Music Awards . His debut studio album ''Karabo'', was released on 7 January 2022. ''Karabo'' debuted at number 1 on iTunes South Africa. It was supported by three singles "Dumelang", "No Body", and "Lerato". Following the exit from his former recording label, Molome established The Whole Entertainment and began to work on his extended play. In February 2024, he revealed his extended play ''1964'', via Instagram. His extended play ''1964'', was released on 28 March 2024. ''1964'' is an afro-pop record incorporating the elements of rnb, soul and afro beats.

Death

Vector died in a road collision on 24 July 2024, on N1 in Free State while traveling to Lesotho. He was 32.

Singles

As lead artist

Discography

Studio albums

* ''Karabo'' (2022) * ''1964'' (2024)

Awards and nominations

South African Music Awards

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References

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