The deceased died through a gunshot injury.

The news was revealed by the MEC of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation in KZN, Hlengiwe Mavimbela.

Dladla died on Wednesday, 24 March.

The publication reported on Tuesday that he has been fighting for his life in the ICU of an undisclosed hospital following the shooting that left him seriously injured on 14 March.

The shooting took place in the home of the alleged thugs in V Section in Umlazi, south of Durban.

MEC Hlengiwe Mavimbela also passed her condolences to the friends and family of the singer.

“I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and members of Ithemba Gospel Group for their loss. The passing of Dladla will leave a void, especially to his fellow group members, I hope you find strength during this difficult time and continue creating memorable music to honor him for the amazing contribution he made in the music industry,” she said.