SA gospel star, Lundi Tyamara dies at 38
South African gospel star, Lundi Tyamara has died at the age of 38.
His management team confirmed the singer died at Edenvale Hospital, in Gauteng, during the early hours of the morning.
The award-winning musician was hospitalised for four weeks whilst being treated for abdominal tuberculosis and a liver condition.
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"Lundi put up a gallant fight against his illness...We ask that his fans, supporters and followers join us in celebrating his life. We will always remember him for how he brightened up our days with his God-given talent," the statement says.
Watch one of his last performances below.
We would like to extend our condolences on the passing of Gospel Singer #LundiTyamara. Ugqatso lwakhe ulufezile. Lala ngoxolo. pic.twitter.com/bYzTBqWe97
— South African Gov (@GovernmentZA) January 27, 2017
Our deepest sympathies go out to Lundi Tyamara's family, friends and fans, you are in our thoughts and prayers. pic.twitter.com/WEMPondMkc
— Min. Nathi Mthethwa (@NathiMthethwaSA) January 27, 2017
It is with a deep sense of grief and sadness that we have learnt of the untimely passing of Gospel Star and Legend Lundi Tyamara. pic.twitter.com/Sr3tNBGPBx
— Min. Nathi Mthethwa (@NathiMthethwaSA) January 27, 2017
Yet another super talented artist gone too soon! My deepest condolences to the family, friends and fans of #LundiTyamara #RIPLundi
— Zwelinzima Vavi (@Zwelinzima1) January 27, 2017