By: Natasha Archary

South African songstress Lira has made great strides in her post-recovery after suffering a stroke in April 2022.
Lira suffered a stroke in Germany where she was booked to perform and as a result, her ability to communicate was impacted.
Now, 16-months later, Lira says not only is her speech recovering, but she’s able to put up a post and read without any obstacles.
In a post to her Facebook page, Lira shared an update with her fans who have been praying Rise Again hitmaker’s return to stage.
“Today I found this list of words I could say.
I started this list from end of April 2022.
I would keep adding to the list whenever I learnt a new word. By end of May I could say so many words I didn’t bother with adding to the list.
I am reminded of how hard I had to work, and I’m proud of myself.
After 16 months, I’m speaking about my stroke recovery journey to audiences, I’m able to read and write this post. I’m so blessed.”
Lira on progress made 16-months after her stroke
The 44-year old, whose real name is Lerato Moipone Molapo, spoke about her stroke for the first time, in an interview on 702 in July.
Lira shared that suffering a stroke has taught her to never take life for granted.
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