Early Life and Influences Born: June 6, 1936, in Matola, Mozambique Family Background: His mother worked on the farm, while his father was a miner in South Africa. Education: Attended mission schools and later took night classes in Lourenço Marques (Maputo). Early Artistic Development: Encouraged by Augusto Cabral and Pancho Guedes who provided materials and support. Significant Early Experience: Worked as a ball boy at a te…