The funeral of Ladysmith Black Mambazo's co-founder, Mdletshe Albert Mazibuko took place today in Ntabamhlophe, Inkosi Langalibalele Local Municipality.
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South Africa bid farewell to Mdletshe Albert Mazibuko, the harmony-maker who helped turn Ladysmith Black Mambazo into a global, Grammy-winning voice for peace.
The funeral of Mazibuko, the group's co-founder, took place today in Ntabamhlophe, Inkosi Langalibalele Local Municipality.
Mazibuko who died on Sunday, April 5, served Amambazo for more than five decades. Under his and Joseph Shabalala's stewardship, Ladysmith Black Mambazo won five Grammy Awards.
KwaZulu Natal Premier Thami Ntuli hailed Mazibuko as South Africa's music ambassador who spread peace, love and harmony in the world.
Ntuli said that despite being famous, Mazibuko remained humble until his last day on earth.
"Mazibuko's compassion and love for people knew no bounds. He was a humble man who served Ladysmith Black Mambazo's with honesty, dedication and diligence," said Ntuli.