in 1976, Manuaku Waku joins Ray Lema, Bopol Mansiamina and many others to form an offshoot band, Les Ya Toupas du Zaïre. After the ensemble returned to Kinshasa, Mashakado left the band to join Yoka Lokole, Gina Efonge returned after no longer having depression (although he left in 1977 to form his band T.P. Libanko) and Meridjo Belobi was released from the prison. 1977–1979: Pre-golden era FESTAC 77 participation and tenth anniversary Bozi Boziana and Mbuta Mashakado have reintegrated into Zaïko, after the failure of Yoka Lokole. Manuaku Waku, N'Yoka Longo, Likinga Redo and Mashakado were selected by Tabu Ley Rochereau to join the National Orchestra of Zaire (ONAZA). They participate as band members at FESTAC 77 in Lagos. Belobi signs his comeback in the group with the release of the single "Sangela". Upon his return, he plays alternately with Pablo. Boziana also shines with the release of his songs as singles, including "Diana Ya Mama", "Bibichana" and "Toutou". In early 1978, the group had a recording session at the RENAPEC studio. Songs recorded during the session were released as singles throughout the year, including "Pacha Labaran", "Mystère", "Likamuisi" and "Belingo" (a new version of "Ndendeli"). Mobutu's JMPR included members of Zaïko Langa Langa in a delegation to travel to Europe, which was the first time they had gone there. Teddy Sukami created an offshoot band called Les Casques Bleus. The band lineup had included Lengi-Lenga and Yenga Yenga Junior. The latter joins the group Zaïko Langa Langa as Likinga's understudy, since they have extremely similar voices. Sukami released the song "Bongo Bouger" with this group in June 1978. The single was certified gold by SONECA. Zaïko Langa Langa recorded N'Yoka Longo's hit "Sentiment Awa" for the first time towards the end of the year. Evoloko Jocker rejoined the band after the failure of Isifi Lokole. In December 1979, Zaïko Langa Langa celebrated 10 years of existence. In early 1980, a concert honouring the tenth anniversary took place at the Palais du Peuple in Kinshasa. 1980–1989: Golden decade Manuaku's departure, from Gitta Production Présente Le Tout-Choc Zaïko Langa Langa to Nkolo Mboka During the first trimester of 1980, Manuaku's hit "Obi" was released. In September 1980, a mass revocation of many members, led to several disputes between Manuaku Waku and other members of the group. He left with Cheikdan Mbuku, Mbuta Sanza, Otis Mbuta and Djudjuchet Luvengoka to form Grand