Franco-issa (botswana) May 2026

(born Frank Lesokwane in Gabane, Botswana) is a legendary Motswana musician and composer celebrated as the "King of Kwasa" . He is most famous for leading the Franco and Afro Musica band and has been a dominant force in the Kwasa Kwasa and Rumba genres since starting his solo career in 2001. "Issa" and Key Discography

: Franco has shared the stage with African music icons like Koffi Olomide , Brenda Fassie , and Oliver Mtukudzi . Franco-Issa (Botswana)

: He has multiple Botswana Music Union (BOMU) awards, including "Best Kwasa Kwasa Artist of the Year" and "Best Kwasa Kwasa Album". Musical Style & Background (born Frank Lesokwane in Gabane, Botswana) is a

: In 2022, he achieved a historic milestone by filling Botswana's National Stadium to capacity for his "Soul Fill Up with Franco" festival, after a two-year delay due to the pandemic. : He has multiple Botswana Music Union (BOMU)

: Before his solo success, Franco was a member of the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) Band and local groups like Nata Capricon and Les Africa Sounds .

: His 2001 debut hit album, Ke lela le lona , catapulted him to national fame and is still widely played today.

: His music frequently addresses sensitive social issues such as death, promiscuity, and witchcraft. Major Career Milestones