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Zahara’s family has shed some light on the singer’s last moments.
Taking to her official Instagram account, they confirmed the 36-year-old had passed away on Monday “surrounded by family and loved ones.”
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa was one of the first to announce the award-winning singer’s passing on social media.
“I am very saddened by the passing of @ZaharaSA. My deepest condolences to the Mkutukana family and the South African music industry. Government has been with the family for some time now,” tweeted Kodwa.
“Zahara and her guitar made an incredible and lasting impact in South African music.”
Paying tribute to her, her family wrote: “It is with heavy hearts and deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, and friend, Zahara.
“She was a pure light, and an even purer heart, in this world. A beacon of hope, a gift, and a blessing to us and countless people around the world.”
The singer was admitted to hospital in early November after complaining about physical pain.
Her family was forced to release a statement following various reports of her suffering from liver complications.
“Unfortunately, even though our daughter’s hospitalisation has been of strict confidentiality with our family and close friends, that hasn’t stopped the spread of disingenuous information on the internet,” her parents wrote.
“We want to stress that any reliable information regarding Zahara’s health will be communicated via her official social media platforms or by herself.”
South Africans woke up to sad news yesterday morning following the passing of a talented musician, Bulelwa Mkutukana, better known by her stage name Zahara.
Zahara’s colleagues in the music industry have taken to social media to share their condolences to her family, friends, and fans.
“Zahara did a lot for the music industry in South Africa, paved the way for so many others with her icon presence and guitar in hand, she will be missed.
“I never knew her personally, but her music was loud and brave #ripzahara praying for her family she was loved,” wrote Lady Zamar.
Her fans also shared how she managed to heal them through music.
“I will never forget how her song ‘Umthwalo’ kept me going during a very difficult period in my life. I’m heartbroken by her passing #RIPZahara,” wrote @AndiswaMadikazi.
Another X user, @BeynonSammy, said: “Your music kept me going during some of my darkest days (still does), and I know that many others can relate. Your music was (still is) healing, meaningful, timeless and wholesome. – IOL Entertainment
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