Songstress Zahara, also known as Bulelwa Mkutukana, Passes Away at 35

Tragic News: Celebrated South African Songstress Zahara, also known as Bulelwa Mkutukana, Passes Away at 35

In a heartbreaking development, the acclaimed South African artist Zahara, born Bulelwa Mkutukana, has sadly left us at the age of 35. The multi-award-winning singer breathed her last last night, surrounded by her fiancée Mpho Xaba at a private hospital in Johannesburg. The cause of her untimely demise was complications related to her liver, for which she had been hospitalized for the past two weeks.

Zahara, renowned for her chart-topping hit “Loliwe,” faced numerous challenges in her career, including struggles with exploitative music record deals and contracts, as well as allegations of alcohol-related issues—allegations she vehemently denied. Despite these hurdles, she stood out as one of South Africa’s most talented and promising musicians in the younger generation, contributing to the country’s rich artistic and musical landscape.

This news is indeed a somber moment for the music industry and fans alike, as Zahara’s legacy will undoubtedly endure through her remarkable contributions to South African music.