South African music star Zahara, whose real name is Bulelwa Mkutukana, has passed away at the age of 35. She died on Monday evening at a hospital in Johannesburg. Zahara had been admitted to the hospital two weeks ago due to alleged liver complications.
South Africa’s Minister of Arts and Culture, Zizi Kodwa, confirmed Zahara’s passing and expressed his condolences to her family. He praised Zahara for her significant impact on South African music and acknowledged her talent and influence. He said on X:
I am very saddened by the passing…
