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Tragedy strikes SA rapper Shebeshxt as he loses 9-year-old daughter in car crash

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4 months ago

June 10, 2024

South African rapper, Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, popularly known as Shebeshxt, has been hit by a tragedy after he lost his nine-year-old daughter in a ghastly car accident.

According to reports, the musician was travelling with three passengers to perform at the African National Congress (ANC) Siyanqoba Rally celebration concert held in the Northern Limpopo province on Saturday when the car collided with a heavy motor vehicle and overturned.

Media reports also said apart from losing his daughter, the rapper also lost a foot in the crash.

Shebeshxt who confirmed the incident in a post on X on Monday, said:

“My life will never be the same without your presence.
My heart is so so broken. I’m trying to adjust the accident that left me in trauma and so many tears. Losing my foot was enough, not too lose my daughter,” he wrote.

The Limpopo Artists Movement (LAM) in a condolence message on Monday, said:

“We cannot imagine the pain and grief they must be experiencing, but we want them to know that they are not alone.

“The entire artistic community stands in solidarity with them, offering comfort and support.

“Shebe is not only a talented artist but also a valued member of our creative fraternity.”

The media say the crash was Shebeshxt’s second accident this year as he was involved in a crash in January which left him unharmed but his car was written off.

Shebeshxt’s popularity grew after his song “Ke Di Shxt Malume” became a big hit on TikTok and has been on a steady rise in the music industry in South Africa, but he has remained a controversial figure.

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South African tavern owner kills seven, self in deadly mass shooting

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2 days ago

October 13, 2024

Isaac Dachen

A South African tavern owner has reportedly killed seven people, including a three-year-old child, in a mass shooting in Gauteng Province, before turning the gun on himself.

The provincial police spokesperson, Brigadier Brenda Muridili, who confirmed the incident, said it happened during the early hours of Sunday, October 13, in the Mokokotlong informal settlement and is being investigated by police in Orange Farms.

Muridili said the incident was stoked after one of the victims went to the local tavern to buy alcohol but he found that it was already closed.

“He (the victim) had an altercation with the tavern owner and went back home. It is alleged that the tavern owner followed him home where the family members were still celebrating after lobola negotiations. The tavern owner entered the house and opened fire on the family members.

“He shot and killed seven people including a three-year-old boy (five family members, a neighbour, and a friend).

“Four people survived the shooting, two of them, a 31-year-old and a one-year-old boy were taken to hospital with injuries while a 24-year-old woman and a four-year-old did not have injuries,” Muridili said.

Muridili said the tavern owner then drove back to his home in Evaton where he then turned the gun on himself and shot himself.

‘He was rushed to the hospital but died on arrival. The Provincial Serious and Violent Crimes Unit has registered seven counts of murder, three counts of attempted murder, and an inquest,” Muridili said.

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South African star Tyla grabs four MTV EMA nominations

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3 days ago

October 12, 2024

Isaac Dachen

2024 is definitely a good year for South African “Ampiano” star, Tyla, as she continues to shine on the global stage after receiving four nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs).

Tyla, who already boasts of an incredible catalogue full of awards, has scooped a Grammy, a Billboard R&B Award, and an MTV Video Music Award (VMA).

She has also received five nominations for the South African Music Awards (SAMAs) and has more opportunities of scooping more awards with her latest nominations.

Tyla’s EMA nominations include Best New Artist, Best Afrobeats Artist, Best R&B Artist and Best African Act, making it her first-ever nomination for the EMAs.

Tyla who spoke on the new nominations, explained she was beyond grateful for the nominations and said it was “a dream come true to be recognised among such incredible artists.”

According to the South African, the “Water’ star has paved the way for African artists on the global stage, proven to be an inspiration for musicians across the continent, and been a key figure among African artists on the global stage.

“Tyla’s recognition in the Best Afrobeats category, in particular, is significant. It reflects the growing popularity of the genre globally, with artists like Burna Boy and Rema also nominated,” the entertainment platform wrote.

The EMAs will take place in Manchester on 10 November and fans can place their votes up until 6 November with Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, also nominated as “Best New Artist.”