The air is thick with uncertainty as reports flood in, declaring the untimely death of Zahara. Known for Afro-soul music, her sudden departure has left friends, family, and fans grappling with a profound sense of loss.

“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. Zahara and her guitar made an incredible and lasting impact in South African music.” Wrote the Minister of Sport, Arts & Culture, Zizi Kodwa, on X.

Multi-award winning musician Zahara (real name Bulelwa Mkutukana) is reported to have passed away. She was at a private Hospital in Johannesburg, after being admitted for liver complications two weeks ago.

Fellow artists and celebrities continue to share their shock on X.

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