Renowned Jazz singer, Sibongile Khumalo, has
died on Thursday. She was 63-years-old.
Her hits such as Mayihlome and Thula Mama
became household names, and her songs took her to the top of the radio charts.
She was also known for her award-winning opera and concert work.
She performed at late president Nelson
Mandela's 75th birthday. She also led the New Zealand and SA national anthems
at the historic 1995 World Cup rugby final.
Khumalo was awarded the Order of Ikhamanga in
Silver by the presidency.
Parliament Chairperson of the Portfolio
Committee on Sports, Arts and Culture, Beauty Dlulane, said Khumalo will leave
a void in the South African music industry.
“Death has been unkind to South Africans who
have made indelible mark on the music scene worldwide. It pains us when we have
to say goodbye to stalwarts of music in the manner and frequency it is
occurring. It’s starting to feel like we have lost a part of us. Sibongile had
a lot to offer to up-and-coming jazz artists and musicians generally.’’
PICTURED: Sibongile Khumalo at Bush Radio Studio'sDone By: Mitchum George
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