Multi-award-winning musician Zahara has passed away

JOHANNESBURG - Multi-award winning songstress Bulelwa Mkutukana, better known as Zahara has passed away.

Tributes continue to pour in for the Loliwe hit-maker, who's said to have been admitted in hospital with liver complications nearly two weeks ago.

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. pic.twitter.com/1a402aQfLs

— Minister of Sport, Arts & Culture (@zizikodwa) December 11, 2023

The 35-year old released five studio albums, with her 2011 debut album Loliwe going double platinum.

Over the last 12 years she became one of the country's most recognised musicians for her unique style.

Overall, she was honoured with 17 South African Music Awards.

Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa has sent his condolences to Zahara's family.