Kwaito Legend Mapaputsi Passes Away
Kwaito Legend Mapaputsi Passes Away
Mzanzi’s music community is mourning the loss of kwaito legend Sandile “Mapaputsi” Ngwenya, who died on Thursday, September 5th. The 48-year-old, famous for his hit *Izinja*, passed away in hospital after a brief illness.
In a statement, the Ngwenya family confirmed his death, expressing their sorrow and requesting privacy as they plan his funeral. More details will be shared soon.
Mapaputsi, a trailblazer in kwaito, earned widespread fame with his 2001 album *Izinja*, which won two Metro FM Awards for Best Kwaito Artist and Song in 2002.
Fans and musicians flooded social media with tributes. One fan tweeted: “RIP Mapaputsi – you’ve always been my South African GOAT.” Another wrote: “RIP Mapaputsi, 2024 snatched another one.” His legacy will live on through his music.
Kwaito Legend Mapaputsi Passes Away
