Afro-pop singer Lizwi Wokuqala's family is battling to raise funds to bury him. Real name Lizwilenkosi Mtshali, the singer tragically passed away on 24 July 2024 in a car accident alongside rapper Malome Vector and a videographer, Musa Damos Nkodo. The three were certified dead on the scene on the N8 in the Free State while they were on their way to perform in Lesotho.

TRAGIC ACCIDENT 

Family representative Stanley Khoza pleaded with the South African government to assist them in burying the Ntombi and eLesotho hitmaker as his mother Bawelile Sishi is unemployed. "I wish to report officially that we have an artist who passed away on Wednesday, the 24th of July 2024, from KZN, his name is Lizwi Wokuqala. They were together with Malome Vector and director, artist, and videographer Damos," he said.

LACK OF FUNDS 

Khoza said that in a family meeting held this morning, it was presented that his family is not able to bury the Lizwi due to lack of funds. "Lizwi was starting in the industry, he had not yet made money. He had just gained popularity as a promising upcoming talent. We are pleading with local businesspeople to assist us with any contribution or assistance to make sure that he gets a dignified funeral. Anything will be highly appreciated," he said. Khoza told ZiMoja that the family is planning to bury Lizwi on Sunday if all effort yields results. He added that though he had not started making enough money, Lizwi (23) was a breadwinner at his home. "We have a bank account of the mother. We just need to cover the expense for the coffin, the undertaker, sound and food. Estimated around R100 000, we are also pleading to the KZN government to assist in resolving this challenge for the family," he said. Khoza said all the donations can be directed to Lizwi's mother.