By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Musician Thokozani Siphamandla Ndlovu, affectionately known as L’vovo Derrango has been admitted to hospital after he suffered a stroke during a performance in Ndwedwe, KwaZulu-Natal.
According to a statement by Derrango Records, the artist suffered a minor stroke during a performance on Friday.
“This is a public notification to media, events promoters, fans and all relevant stakeholders by Derrango Records on behalf of its multi-award winning artist by the name of Thokozani Sphamandla Ndlovu also known as ‘Lvovo Derrango’.
“Lvovo Derrango suffered a minor stroke during his performance at Indwedwe on [Friday]. He is admitted at the hospital for medical attention and he is responding very well. We kindly ask that you keep him in your prayers and we’re confident that he will come out of this difficult situation stronger. The family kindly ask for public and media to respect their privacy during this difficult time,” read the statement.
He has been admitted to hospital and is said to be responding well to treatment.
Ndlovu was a friend of the late Mampintsha, who died on Saturday after he suffered a stroke last week.
The 40-year-old singer whose real name was Mandla Maphumulo’s death has been described as a huge loss to the country.
Details of his funeral have not been made public yet.