Hundreds gathered at Bulawayo Amphitheatre yesterday for the state-assisted funeral of Babongile Sikhonjwa, known as the "Ndebele Rock Star." Car spinners and politicians joined citizens for the memorial service honoring the cultural icon who influenced Zimbabwe's entertainment industry for two decades. The convoy traveled from Richmond through the city center, stopping at Barbourfields Stadium, where fans sang tributes.
Minister Judith Ncube praised Sikhonjwa as a unifier who transcended party lines through arts and comedy. Government officials described him as a world-class broadcaster at Skyz Metro and Star FM who promoted local talent. Medical reports revealed Sikhonjwa died from heart complications after an artery ruptured, flooding the sac around his enlarged heart.
Minister Judith Ncube praised Sikhonjwa as a unifier who transcended party lines through arts and comedy. Government officials described him as a world-class broadcaster at Skyz Metro and Star FM who promoted local talent. Medical reports revealed Sikhonjwa died from heart complications after an artery ruptured, flooding the sac around his enlarged heart.
