STAFF REPORTER|
SOUTH African music superstar Tokollo ”Magesh’’ Tshabalala, member of kwaito band TKZee and the son of Stanley ‘Screamer’ Tshabalala, has died.
Magesh was a member of the iconic kwaito group TKZee, alongside Zwai Bala and Kabelo Mabalane.
According to a statement released by his family, the kwaito legend ‘passed away this morning [Monday] as a result of an epileptic seizure’.
“The family requests for privacy during this difficult period, all details pertaining to his memorial and funeral service will be shared in due course,” the statement read.
Orlando Pirates, the former club of Tokollo’s father Stanley ‘Screamer’ Tshabalala, also issued a statement on social media.
”Orlando Pirates football club is saddened by the news of the passing of the son of Mr Stanley Tshabalala, Tokollo. Tokollo, who also goes by the name of Magesh, was a renowned musician, famously known for his song writing and being a member of the group TKZee. We convey our heartfelt and deepest sympathy to the Tshabalala family and pledge our profound moral support,’’ read the statement.
The EFF have also sent their condolences to the family, friends and fans of Tshabalala.
“Magesh was a member of the legendary kwaito band TKZee that gave us hits, built a youth culture of arts and won numerous awards,” said the party in a statement.
The DA said it was saddened by the passing of the legendary kwaito artist and member of TKZee.
“South Africa has lost yet another talented individual. We send our heartfelt condolences to Magesh’s family and loved ones during this difficult time,” the DA said in a tweet.
The South African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) also paid tribute to Tshabalala.
“Known affectionately as ‘Magesh’, Tshabalala passed away this morning as a result of an epileptic seizure. He will be missed by his family, friends and fans. May his soul Rest In Peace,” SAMRO said in a statement.
The funeral details were not yet available at the time of going to press.
TKZee, the legendary kings of kwaito, shot fame after the release of their debut album Halloween.
It became a massive commercial cross-over success and is one of the biggest selling albums of all-time, selling in excess of 200,000 copies worldwide.
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