By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Kwaito veteran Doc Shebeleza, whose real name was Victor Bogopane, has died at the age of 51 after a long illness, his family confirmed.
His daughter, Segaetsho, confirmed his passing and the family will release an official press statement.
Bogopane was diagnosed with jaundice caused by a blockage in his pancreas after friends noticed the unusual yellowing of his eyes.
The Kwaito star revealed he had already spent R400 000 on medical expenses and was seeking financial assistance.
In 1995 he released his first album Shebeleza featuring the hit “Ghets Ghetsa”. This was followed by “S’kumfete” which featured a hit with the same name.
After that, he released three more albums titled Tiger (1997), Ebumnandini (2000), and Jiva Yoyo (2001).
When the Kwaito star decided to stop making music, he decided to channel his focus to other things. He focused on other projects he had a passion for. He featured Cassper Nyovest on his last song recorded since the beginning of his kwaito career, Monate So.
Earlier this week, another legendary singer and actress, Winnie Khumalo, died at the age of 51. Khumalo died on Tuesday at her home after a short illness.