Johannesburg – Mourners have congregated at Bassline, Newtown for fallen kwaito star Nomasonto “Mshoza” Maswanganyi’s memoraial service on Wednesday.
Fans, family and friends such as Khanyi Mbau and Lasizwe were in attendance.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic only a small number of people were allowed at the service with the memorial being streamed online.
Mshoza died last week at the age of 37. The news was confirmed by the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) in a tweet.
“Yet another loss to the music industry.
“It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of kwaito star Nomasonto Maswanganyi, affectionately known as Mshoza”, posted the organisation.
Mshoza’s manager, Thanduxolo Jindela, released a statement on the Kwathole Conexion Facebook page confirming her death.
The post said: “Sad passing of the Queen of Mshoza Johannesburg 19 November 2020.
“It is with great sadness to announce the death of Nomasonto “Mshoza” Maswanganyi.
“’The ’Kortes’ hitmaker succumbed peacefully in the early hours of this morning.
“She was 37.
“She will be deeply missed as an ultimate entertainer who loved being on stage.
”Not only did she radiate star quality, Mshoza was a media darling.“
When news of her death broke, friends and celebrities all sent tributes to the star on social media.
Close friend and media personality, Zola Hashatsi: “All we left with are memories.
“Thank you for showing me how to live.
“I will miss you and always love you dear friend Nomasonto Mshoza Maswanganyi.”
