RIP: ZCC Mkhukhu musician Dr Kenny Makweng dies at 54

ZCC Mkhukhu musician Kenny Makweng died on Monday, 15 January after reportedly suffering a stroke as a result of brain complications.


 

KENNY MAKWENG DIES
Zimoja reports that the talented ZCC gospel star Kenny Makweng passed away two weeks after he was hospitalised on Thursday, 4 January.

His management company KennyMak Productions confirmed his passing in a statement on Tuesday, 16 January. “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved gospel icon Kenny Makweng, who passed on after a short illness.”

Makweng’s family have humbly requested the public and media to respect their privacy to deal with this difficult situation. They’ve also requested South Africans to keep them in prayers.

The Citizen reported on 4 January that EFF MP and kwaito legend Eugene Mthethwa put out a plea for prayers for the gospel star after he suffered a stroke.

Makweng’s management will confirm details about his memorial service and funeral in due course.

@DinoThaluki: “May his soul rest in peace. The Rock dismantled.”

@HendriccahM: “May His soul rest in eternal peace, my sincere condolences to his family and friends.”

@GrannyMaDlamini: “May his dear soul rest in peace. I met the guy several times. He was a very humble guy.”

@joseph_thu84262: “May his soul rest in eternal peace, condolences to the family.”

@Biko4Bantu: “People should check their BP always and try to live a stressful life if not Cardiac Arrest will visit you.”

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