RIP Babsy Mlangeni: Musician’s cause of death revealed

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The cause of death of iconic South African singer and composer Babsy Mlangeni has been revealed. Take a look…

0 Babsy Mlangeni cause of death revealed. Image via Facebook: Sello Maake KaNcube. South African musician Babsy Mlangeni’s cause of death has been revealed after he passed away on Thursday 1 October.

South African singer, guitarist and composer Babsy Mlangeni died at the age of 83 on Thursday night (1 October). According to reports, Mlangeni was battling lung problems for years. The musician was reportedly admitted to hospital earlier in the week last week after experiencing breathing problems and being placed on oxygen.

He was at Netcare in Mulbarton. The musician reportedly had a heart attack on Tuesday and was placed on life support since.

Mlangeni leaves behind his wife Emma whom he married in 1968. He also leaves behind his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Mlangeni will be remembered for his contribution to South African music. Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) CEO Nhlanhla Sibisi said Mlangeni’s music is part of South Africa’s musical heritage.

“Through his distinctive voice, guitar and songwriting, he sang about love, longing, ordinary life and the times through which South Africans were living. His music travelled across generations, languages and communities, becoming part of the soundtrack of lives that were being lived, loved and remembered,” said Sibisi.

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