VIEWPOINT: Why Do Young South African Musicians Pass Away So Earlier?

The whole country is surrounded with shock and sadness due to the ill-timed death of West lnky Records owner, Mampintsha. The South African house music artist passed away at a young age of 40, may his soul finds eternal peace.As one of many who love local and support home-brewed music, l remain steadfast and eager to know exactly what’s going on in the music industry.Our talented youthful musicians are departing as young as they are, reaching 45 to 50 years of age seems to be impossible. For instance, the list below is a testimony of our local famous musicians who passed away, not because of old age. Whatever is the cause of early death to our musicians, the music industry needs to be investigated thoroughly.

1. Mampintsha sadly passed away at the age of 40. He was born in 1982.

2. Killer Kau passed away at the age of 23. He was born in 1998.

3. Mpura Mpura was aged 25 years when he passed away. He was born in 1995.

4. Riky Rick was aged 35 years old when he left us. He was born in 1987.

Other South African artist who passed away at an early age include Flabba who died aged 37, Mandoza 38, Prokid at 37, Sfiso Mcwane at 37, and the list goes on.The above list is so shocking, this can’t be circumstances without causal connection. The South African music industry seems to be haunted by an unknown pandemic which needs to be identified at all costs.Our musicians are just leaving us without answers. What is causing these kinds of early deaths?

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