Africa has indeed lost a legend who will be remembered for many years to come.
Oliver Mtukudzi populary known for his Afro jazz died on Wednesday for undisclosed ailment.
African leaders and presidents have come out to celebrate a well lived life by a legend through their tributes and messages of condolences to the family and friends of Mtukudzi
Here are some messages of love from the African leaders
In his tribute the President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa wrote, “Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of music legend & human rights activist Oliver Mtukudzi. He is immortalized through the contribution he made to the arts, with talent that fired up all of Africa. Deepest condolences to his loved ones. From his No. 1 fan in the whole world.”
Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of music legend & human rights activist Oliver Mtukudzi. He is immortalized through the contribution he made to the arts, with talent that fired up all of Africa. Deepest condolences to his loved ones. From his No. 1 fan in the whole world. pic.twitter.com/SKuhCAVNvU
— President Cyril Ramaphosa (@CyrilRamaphosa) January 24, 2019
I am deeply saddened by the passing of the legend, Oliver Mtukudzi. His music has carried us through some of our darkest and happiest times, it has also united us across borders. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to his family and friends. Zorora murugare, dear Tuku. pic.twitter.com/gc4pwRQLzB
— Jacob G Zuma (@PresJGZuma) January 24, 2019
Your question rendered in lyrics, What Shall We Do? May still have no answer. But be assured Africa and the world are struggling with it even as we accept the finality of your death. We will miss your enthralling performances and salute you. Rest in peace Oliver Mtudukuzi.
— Raila Odinga (@RailaOdinga) January 23, 2019
Over the next five hours I’m playing #MyTop10TukuSongs, in no particular order. First out is “Bvongodza Muto” aka “Chimusoro”. My favourite song at my graduating party for my first degree at the University of Southern California in 1981! #RIPSamanyangahttps://t.co/PqW4qRkeEH
— Prof Jonathan Moyo (@ProfJNMoyo) January 23, 2019