Tra i primi a ricordare pubblicamente Louis Moholo ci sono Richard Williams e Mike Westbrook, rispettivamente in The Blue Moment ('The Last of the Blue Notes') e in WestbrookJazz Notice Board ('Blue Notes for Moholo'), e con loro anche Steve Beresford, Alexander Hawkins, Roberto Ottaviano, Riccardo Bergerone, Annie Whitehead, Luciano Rossetti, Marcello Lorrai, Martin Schray, Olie Brice e Noël Akchoté, ciascuno tramite le proprie reti e i propri contatti. E c'è soprattutto il comunicato dei famigliari ('Family Statement on the passing of Tebogo Louis Moholo-Moholo: 13 June 2025'), messo in circolazione con una nota di gratitudine per quanti stanno ovunque rendendo omaggio al compianto 'Bra Tebza'.
"It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Tebogo Louis Moholo-Moholo, who departed this world on Friday, 13 June 2025, at the age of 85, after being ill for a few years. ‘Bra Louis’ as he was affectionately referred to was born on 10 March 1940 in Langa in Cape Town, South Africa. He is considered as one of the most important jazz drummers in South Africa, known for his contribution in furthering and developing the form of free jazz. He is respected throughout the world through his time in exile in London and through playing with the iconic jazz group The Blue Notes.
Louis was more than a pioneering musician - he was a mentor and a friend. As a drummer, composer, and fearless voice for artistic freedom, Louis inspired generations through his groundbreaking contributions to South African and global jazz. From the townships of Cape Town to the stages of London and beyond, his rhythms spoke of resistance, liberation, and the boundless power of creativity. He was the last surviving member of The Blue Notes, a group that courageously took their music into exile during apartheid, and became a beacon for cultural expression and solidarity through jazz. His artistry and spirit were not just heard, but felt deeply across the world.
We are grateful for the love and support that has already begun to pour in from across the globe. Louis’ life was a gift to all who knew him and to all who felt the impact of his music. Further details regarding funeral arrangements will be shared in due course."