The family of the popular kwaito artist has released a press statement informing the public that 45-year-old Tshabalala died from an epileptic seizure on Monday morning, August 15.
The family asked for privacy and said in their official statement that they would be releasing funeral and memorial arrangements soon.
Tshabalala’s father is Stanley 'Screamer' Tshabalala, the director of the Orlando Pirates Football Club. The club showed its support on social media saying : "We convey our heartfelt and deepest sympathy to the Tshabalala family and pledge our profound moral support. We supplicate that God gives the family fortitude at this moment of extreme grief and pain."
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— Orlando Pirates FC (@orlandopirates) August 15, 2022
On behalf of the extended @orlandopirates family, we convey our heartfelt and deepest sympathy to the Tshabalala family.
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Tributes have been pouring in from the entertainment industry and private sector alike.
May you RIP Tokollo Tshabalala.