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Condolences pour in following death of Maskandi artist Scebi Dlamini

Dlamini who hails from Msinga, in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands.

Scebi Dlamini, a popular Maskandi artist known as Nkosi Yamagcokoma or Inkosi yamagcokama, has died in a tragic accident. According to SABC News, the accident occurred at an intersection in Richards Bay on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal, while IOL reports it happened at the robot opposite Melomed Hospital.

Dlamini, who was from Msinga in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands, died at the scene with severe injuries. Two other people were taken to hospital, with IOL reporting one of them has since died. The cause of the accident is under investigation by the police.

The music and arts community, as well as fans and supporters, have expressed profound sadness and extended condolences to Dlamini's family. MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, also paid his respects to Dlamini's mother and fans, describing him as an invaluable asset to the nation and a remarkable artist.

Brief written by urgent.news from SABC News, IOL — 2 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

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