South Africa has lost one of its musical greats, with
the death of Kwaito superstar Mandoza, whose real name is Mduduzi Tshabalala.
Mandoza passed away in hospital after a lengthy battle with cancer which had
spread to his brain. South Africa and the rest of the continent mourns the
death of an African musical icon and tributes continue to pour in.
South Africa has lost one of its musical greats, with
the death of Kwaito superstar Mandoza, whose real name is Mduduzi Tshabalala.
Born in 1978, in Soweto, Mandoza passed away in hospital
yesterday (Sunday 18 September) after a lengthy battle with cancer which had
spread to his brain. He was 38 at the time of his death.
Mandoza was one of South Africa’s most popular stars who
started his musical career with Chiskop, a kwaito group which he formed with
three childhood friends. Mandoza’s singing talents were discovered by King of
Kwaito, Arthur Mafokate, who helped nurture his talent.
The Kwaito maestro produced multi-platinum smash hits
such as Nkalakatha, Sgelekeqe, and Godoba among others, and he won numerous
accolades for his musical achievements. He was also an accomplished actor.
Mandoza was known for conveying inspirational messages
in his music and used his talent and remarkable achievements to motivate and
encourage young South Africans to dream. South Africa is indeed in mourning and
President Jacob Zuma has paid tribute to the great artist.
“South Africa has lost one of its pioneers whose music
appealed to a cross section of our people, young and old and was known to have
achieved the unique crossover culturally to be enjoyed by both black and white
South Africans. It is a great loss to the nation and we wish to extend our
deepest condolences to his wife Mpho, his family and hordes of fans. Mandoza
will be sorely missed. May his soul rest in peace,” President Zuma said.
Undoubtedly a musical luminary, Mandoza will indeed
remain one of South Africa’s musical and cultural giants and through his music,
he leaves an indelible mark and a great legacy, which will continue to inspire
future generations. May he rest in eternal peace.
Social media is mourning the death of one of South
Africa’s musical icon and tributes continue to pour in.
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