Godfrey “Vokal” Bakasa
Introduction
Godfrey “Vokal” Bakasa is a Zimbabwean figure known for his involvement in managing sports and entertainment personalities.
While primarily recognised for his role as Khama Billiat’s manager, Bakasa’s career has spanned various fields, including managing artists in the music industry.
This comprehensive biography provides an overview of Bakasa’s life, career, and involvement in managing notable personalities.
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Godfrey Vokal Bakasa. picture credit to Soccer24.com
Real Name
Godfrey Bakasa is widely known for his moniker “Vokal,” which has become synonymous with his work as a manager in the entertainment and sports industry.
Age & Date of Birth
Details about Godfrey Bakasa’s date of birth and age are not publicly available.
Early Life & Education
Information regarding Bakasa’s early life and educational background is not documented, and he has maintained a relatively private stance on these aspects.
Personal Life
Godfrey Bakasa keeps a low profile regarding his personal life, and details about his family, relationships, or personal interests are not publicly disclosed.
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Career
Godfrey Vokal Bakasa. picture credits to X @vokal
Entry into Sports Management
Bakasa’s venture into sports management took an unexpected turn when he assumed the role of Khama Billiat’s manager after the player’s separation from his previous agent, Mike Ngobeni, in August 2020.
Background in Music Management
Prior to managing sports personalities, Bakasa gained recognition for his management role in the music industry.
Notably, he managed Zim Dancehall musician Tawanda Mumanyi, also known as Seh Calaz, earning two nominations for the Manager of the Year accolade at the Zim Dancehall Awards in 2015 and 2016.
Managing Rapper Desmond ‘Stunner’ Chideme
Bakasa transitioned from music to sports management by overseeing the career of rapper Desmond ‘Stunner’ Chideme from 2016 to 2018.
Challenges in Managing Khama Billiat
Upon taking on the responsibility of managing Khama Billiat, Bakasa acknowledged the challenges associated with his relatively new position in the sports management sphere.
Despite the difficulties, he expressed confidence in leveraging his experience managing other prominent brands to enhance Billiat’s career.
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Controversies
Billiat’s Departure from Kaizer Chiefs
Controversy arose following Khama Billiat’s departure from Kaizer Chiefs in 2023, with the club claiming that the player had ‘gone AWOL’ after failed contract negotiations.
Some critics questioned Bakasa’s role in guiding Billiat through the exit, suggesting that a more strategic approach could have been employed.
Lack of Clarity in Billiat’s Career Management
Critics have raised concerns about the effectiveness of Bakasa as Billiat’s agent, particularly in addressing key aspects of a football agent’s role such as career management, transfer negotiation, and contract negotiation.
Trivia
In an interview dated August 29, 2020, Bakasa emphasised his commitment to managing a brand like Khama Billiat despite his background being more closely related to the music industry.
References
- Billiat’s situation: Is Vokal partly to blame? – Lawrence Mangenje, Soccer24, January 27, 2024.
- Khama needed new blood: Bakasa – August 29, 2020.
- Khama Billiat’s new manager Godfrey “Vokal” Bakasa says he intends to enhance the Kaizer Chiefs man’s brand – August 29, 2020.
- Khama Billiat will be back to his very best, says PSL striker Ishmael Wadi – September 27, 2023.
