Music veteran Robbie Malinga has died according to multiple sources and condolence messages have began to flood the internet by celebrities.
The manager of the late musician’s label told Times Live that he has gotten confirmation of his death from his wife. “I just got confirmation that he died this afternoon. However we still need to get the finer details from his family,” he said.
Robbie Malinga’s manager Sipho Dube also told the news outlet that a confirmation will be made tomorrow after consultation with the family.
Robbie Malinga was diagnosed with anemia in June and has been in-and-out of the hospital ever since.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.
#RIPRobbieMalinga ????????❤️ pic.twitter.com/gV4OmVW7oS
— #StayShiningEP (@rikyrickworld) December 25, 2017
We're heartbroken to learn the news of the untimely passing of legendary Kwaito & Afro Pop producer, Robbie Malinga. We have lost an illustrious Kwaito pioneer who paved the way for future generations of artists. We send our deepest sympathies to his loved ones. #RIPRobbieMalinga pic.twitter.com/0LtPCv9vZz
— Min. Nathi Mthethwa (@NathiMthethwaSA) December 25, 2017
#RIPRobbieMalinga #RIPGROOTMAN pic.twitter.com/1P9omPw489
— #PIECESOFME (@RealBlackCoffee) December 25, 2017