The funeral of Riquinho, a prominent Angolan entrepreneur, took place on November 3 at the Sant'Ana Cemetery in Luanda. Family, friends, artists, and various personalities from Angolan society gathered to pay their respects. The ceremony was marked by tributes and testimonials about Riquinho's contributions to the development of culture, entertainment, and national sports.
During the farewell, family members highlighted the legacy left by the promoter, considering that his trajectory marked different generations and contributed to the realization of great musical events in the country. According to reports from Novo Jornal, former Minister of Culture Jomo Fortunato lamented Riquinho's death, stating that Angola had lost an important figure in the cultural sector.
Fortunato defended that Riquinho's name should not be forgotten, given his contribution to the realization of great shows. Various personalities present at the ceremony also remembered the role played by the entrepreneur in promoting cultural, social, and sports initiatives.
Selton Miguel, the basketball player and Riquinho's son, expressed his consternation at his father's death and highlighted the family's commitment to preserving his memory. The farewell was marked by manifestations of sorrow from friends, artists, and other public figures, who remembered moments linked to the promoter's professional journey.
Throughout his career, Henrique Miguel stood out for organizing shows with national and international artists, contributing to dynamizing the entertainment sector. Some of the American musicians he promoted in the country include 50 Cent, Fat Joe, Akon, Busta Rhymes, and Rick Ross.
The entrepreneur was also associated with the realization of concerts with Brazilian artists, including Roberto Carlos, Alexandre Pires, and the group Raça Negra. In addition to cultural activities, he developed initiatives linked to sports, particularly in mobilizing fans to support national teams.
Henrique Miguel passed away on October 30, 2026, at the age of 62, at the Complexo Hospitalar de Doenças Cardio-Pulmonares Cardeal Dom Alexandre do Nascimento in Luanda, where he was receiving medical assistance. His death prompted manifestations of sorrow from different sectors of Angolan society, which highlighted the promoter's journey and his contribution to the realization of cultural and sports events.
Key points
- Riquinho's funeral was attended by hundreds of people, including public figures and artists.
- The entrepreneur contributed to the development of culture, entertainment, and sports in Angola.
- Riquinho promoted shows with international artists, including 50 Cent, Fat Joe, Akon, Busta Rhymes, and Rick Ross.
