Mzansi mourns Gospel singer Kenny Makweng

Gospel singer Kenny Makweng, hailing from Dennilton in Limpopo, has sadly passed away at the age of 54, two weeks after being hospitalized. Makweng, known for his contributions to gospel music as a member of the group The Rock, suffered a stroke due to brain complications on January 4th.

The news of Makweng’s passing was confirmed by his management company, KennyMak Productions, in a statement released this morning. The statement expressed deep sadness and informed the public of the gospel icon’s untimely demise after a brief illness. The family has requested privacy during this difficult time and has asked for prayers for Makweng’s family, associates, and friends. Further details regarding his memorial service and funeral arrangements will be communicated at a later date.

Kenny Makweng gained prominence as a ZCC gospel star, known for his soul-stirring songs such as “Lengeloi Laka,” “Ingwe ya mabalabala,” and “Ke Mosione.” He embarked on his music career in the 1990s and was a member of the acclaimed group The Rock, which released over 10 albums. Unfortunately, Makweng is not the only member of the group to have passed away, as Mojeremane, Oleseng, and Nkosana have also left this world.

Gospel singer Kenny Makweng has died

Kenny Makweng passes away on Monday, 15 January, two weeks after being hospitalsed. The musician reportedly died after suffering a stroke as a result of brain complications. Kenny’s management, KennyMak Productions confirmed his death in a statement released today.

“It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved gospel icon Kenny Makweng, who passed on after a short illness,” the statement said.

“The family humbly requests the public and media to respect their privacy to deal with this difficult situation. We request that you keep his family, associates, and friends in our prayers,” they said.

Details about his memorial service and funeral will communicated in due course. Kenny Makweng is known for songs like Lengeloi Laka, Ingwe ya mabalabala and Ke Mosione.

Gospel singer Kenny Makweng fights for his life in the hospital

Gospel singer Kenny Makweng is hospitalised after being attacked with a stroke. According to Zimoja, the musician is in a critical state as he fights for his life.

A close associate, Poet Mzwakhe Mbuli requests prayers for the hospitalised singer. Prayers please. We serve the God of miracles and wonders.

The publication revealed that the musician had complications in his brain which led to a stroke. Kenny has been in critical care for over a week now and not responding to medication.