South Africa reacts to death of Sfiso Ncwane
Award-winning South African gospel singer Sfiso Ncwane has died at the age of 37.
He passed away as a result of kidney failure in a hospital in Johannesburg.
"Sfiso passed on this morning at 9.30am in the Life Fourways hospital. They are saying it's kidney failure," says family spokesperson Sipho Makhabane.
Makhabane says it's a difficult time for the family.
"It's tough, especially for his wife. He was with his wife," says Makhabane.
Founder of the Crown Gospel Awards, Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule says it's a sad day for South Africa.
"He has been that young person who has been pushing boundaries and he's left us with amazing songs that will live forever," says Mbokazi-Nkambule.
People took to social media to share their grief.
Never knew the man personally but he came across as a good man. Big loss for South Africa.Condolences to his friends and family#SfisoNcwane
— Lunga Sokhela (@Lunga_Sokhela) December 5, 2016
Dr Nelson Mandela died on this day three years ago. Now Sfiso Ncwane
— Llayn da Madhoodlum (@LlaynM) December 5, 2016
2016 is such a depressing year. RIP Sfiso Ncwane we will never forget you 😢
— 👑 K_Vee 👑 (@dlelapant) December 5, 2016
Safe journey Sfiso Ncwane. Your music lives on with your impact!
— Bongani Tau (@BourganiTau) December 5, 2016
I didn't know him personally but he got me through the toughest times of my life, he helped me cling to hope. Heart shattered #SfisoNcwane 💔
— Gina. (@MosimaSeabi) December 5, 2016