Zahara was honoured by the celebrity painter, Rasta at her funeral service.
The singer, real name Bulelwa Mkutukana died on the 11th of December, Monday after battling liver complications.
People paid tribute to the 36-year-old, and the painter delivered portraits of the late star at the funeral that took place at the East London International Convention Center (ELICC) in Eastern Cape on Saturday.
Photos of the paintings surfaced on social media and caused massive chaos as people were triggered.
Dignitaries were at the funeral service and it was reported that one of the ministers scolded Rasta over the painting.
Rasta must retire
— Silapha… (@Dollz217) December 23, 2023
It’s time we make @RastaArtist get family approval for his portrait. The effort is remarkable but the product is of unacceptable quality
— King Chauke (@RealKingChauke) December 23, 2023
