South African Pop Superstar Zahara Dies at 36

The Afro-soul singer, known for her impactful music and influence, passed away after a hospitalization for an undisclosed issue.

South African pop superstar Zahara, known for her unique Afro-soul style, has died at the age of 36.
Her family confirmed her death but did not disclose the cause, though they had previously stated she was hospitalized for an undisclosed issue.
Zahara's debut album 'Loliwe' was certified double platinum and became South Africa's second-fastest selling album.
She won 17 South African music awards and was listed among the top 100 most influential women in the world by the BBC in 2020.
Zahara's music, often marked with references to her Christian faith and South Africa's history of apartheid, resonated with a new generation of post-apartheid South Africans.