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Babsy Mlangeni’s memorial to be held in Soweto on Thursday

Babsy Mlangeni passed away last Thursday after battling illness for nearly three years.

The family of Babsy Mlangeni, the revered South African music icon, expresses their profound grief following his recent passing. Mlangeni succumbed to illness last Thursday after enduring a three-year struggle with the disease. His loved ones have extended their deepest gratitude to the fans and community for their outpouring of support and condolences during this difficult time.

In a poignant statement, Zenzi Mlangeni, the youngest daughter of the late artist, reveals their decision to host the memorial service in Soweto. She explains, "The reason that we’re moving back to Soweto is that this is where he was born and this is where his legacy is. His music actually started, and it was birthed in Soweto. So we thought, let’s give him back to Soweto and to celebrate him, and to show him all the love."

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