South African Afro-pop singer, Bulelwa Mkutukana, popularly known as Zahara is dead at age 36.
The award-winning singer, who was hospitalised, died on Monday night after reported liver complications.
The songstress won fame in 2011 with her album Loliwe, which was loved across Africa.
In 2019, Zahara opened up about her battle with alcohol addiction.
In November, Zahara’s family affirmed she had been admitted to the hospital.
The country’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Zizi Kodwa, revealed on Tuesday: “Government has been with the family for some time now while expressing sadness over the passing of the singer.
“My deepest condolences to the Mkutukana family and the South African music industry. Zahara and her guitar made an incredible and lasting impact on South African music,” Kodwa added.
Zahara, who had so far released five albums, was named on the BBC’s 100 Women list in 202o. She also won several awards and recognitions.
The songwriter also used her platform to speak out about violence against women in South Africa, something she revealed had happened to her.
In an interview with a local radio station last year, Zahara said her music was not for recognition but to bring comfort to broken souls that needed healing.
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