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Kwaito legend Sandile Ngwenya, also known as Mapaputsi, has passed away.
The adored 48-year-old singer, best known for his famous tune Izinja, reportedly died in hospital on Thursday night, September 5.
Mapaputsi was a pioneer of the Kwaito sound, alongside Zola 7, TKZee, and Chiskop, among others.
He is well known for his 2001 album with songs such as ‘Woza Friday’, ‘Manga Manga Business’, ‘My Love’, and his culture-shifting hit song ‘Izinja’, which earned him well the Best Kwaito Song Award at the Metro FM Awards in 2002.
He had been battling a long illness that had forced him to spend time in bed before recovering. The Ngwenya family confirmed the news in a statement in which they expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and sympathy during this difficult time.
“The family of Sandile Ngwenya, popularly known as Mapaputsi, is deeply saddened to announce his passing. He died in the late hours of September 5th following a short illness.”
“We request privacy as we grieve and make arrangements for his funeral. Details regarding the funeral and memorial service will be provided in due course.” read the statement
*This is a developing story.
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