Mali Yaro

Abdoulaye Boureima, known as Mali Yaro, is a Nigerien Songhai musician born on January 1, 1973. He began as a goumbé player and formed the Goumbé Stars in 1996, producing nine albums focused on love, unity, and social issues. He gained popularity in the late 1990s in Niamey's nightlife, recording his first album, "Mali Bero," in 2000. His subsequent albums tackle various themes, including societal problems and calls for peace amid insecurity. Mali Yaro has performed internationally and received recognition as a Goodwill Ambassador for street children in Niamey.