South African Singer Zahara Dies at 36

Renowned South African musician, Zahara, whose real name is Bulelwa Mkutukana, has tragically passed away at the age of 36. The beloved artist, known for her hit song 'Loliwe', died in a private hospital in Johannesburg. Her fiancé, Mpho Xaba, was by her side during her final moments.

Zahara's Passing Confirmed

Sunday World cited a source confirming the singer's death, which occurred on Monday night. The family is expected to issue a formal statement regarding her passing. According to the source, Zahara's death was also confirmed by the SABC in a news broadcast.

Zahara had been admitted to the hospital following an illness that led to her being placed in the intensive care unit (ICU) last month. In a statement dated November 27, her family and manager, Oyama Dyobisa, shared news of her hospitalization and thanked fans for their support, while asking for privacy and prayers.

Despite efforts to keep details of her condition private, there were widespread rumors concerning her health. The family addressed this, emphasizing that any accurate updates would be conveyed through Zahara's social media channels or by Zahara herself. They highlighted their desire for privacy during this difficult time, appealing to the public's compassion while awaiting progress updates from the medical team attending to Zahara.

The family had expressed optimism for Zahara's recovery, underscoring her passion for music and the healing power it brought to others. They hoped that she would soon return to what she loved most.

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