Remembering Zahara | Family grateful for messages of support

JOHANNESBURG - The family of late Afro-soul singer Zahara say despite their sadness at her passing, they are grateful for the messages of the support.

READ: Multi-award-winning musician Zahara has passed away

They have have also expressed their appreciation to the hospital staff, that took care of the singer in her last days.

Zahara's uncle, Nkosiyami Mkutukana said, "it is very sad to us as family to have to lost our daughter."

"Despite her fame to us she was a family member, a humble person an ordinary child to us."

"Before we confirm this passing away, we would love to express our appreciation to hospital staff."

Tributes continue to pour in on social media.

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 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/RMtD4C6X9d

— Lady Zamar (@Lady_Zamar) December 11, 2023

Rest in peace, Zahara. It seemed like yesterday when you released “Loliwe” in 2011 and you became a superstar.

You’ll always shine bright in our hearts and your voice will live in our hearts forever.#ripzahara #Zahara #SouthAfrica #samas #RestInPeace pic.twitter.com/abFV2CjBta

— Jennifer Su (Jen Su) (@jennifer_su) December 12, 2023

Ah. So sad. Rest easy Zahara. This business can be so tragic. Rest Zahara.

— Thandiswa Mazwai (@thandiswamazwai) December 12, 2023

Intombi yomgquba has touched hearts and inspired many souls with her soulful voice and powerful lyrics… Zahara 💔🕊️ #RIPZahara pic.twitter.com/ZjI5DEKVqX

— 🦁Aviwe “Zanekhaya” ka Mdani-Xaba (@aviwemdani) December 12, 2023

So so sad about Zahara💔. What Loliwe did in 2011 December will never be undone. #RIPZahara ❤️🌻 pic.twitter.com/lKyVI2mBjM

— NobantuMaKumalo (@nobantukumalo) December 12, 2023