The passing of Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s Albert Mazibuko
BY : CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS ONLINE EDITOR
AFRICA
It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Albert Mazibuko, a legendary member of the world-renowned group Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
His passing on Sunday, at the age of 77, is a loss not only for South Africa’s music industry, but for the nation as a whole.
Albert Mazibuko was more than a performer; he was the custodian of a uniquely South African sound that travelled across the world and united people through music. Through Ladysmith Black Mambazo, he helped carry the story, resilience and soul of our nation onto the global stage.
Founded in 1960 in KwaZulu-Natal by the late Joseph Shabalala, Ladysmith Black Mambazo became one of South Africa’s most celebrated musical groups and global ambassadors of the traditional isicathamiya style. The group rose to international prominence following their collaboration with Paul Simon on the landmark album Graceland, which introduced millions around the world to South African choral music during a pivotal moment in our history.
Over the decades, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has become synonymous with musical excellence, earning multiple Grammy Awards and performing on some of the world’s most prestigious stages.
Their music has served as a bridge between cultures while proudly preserving the Zulu vocal traditions that form part of South Africa’s rich cultural heritage.
South Africa has lost one of its cultural giants. Albert Mazibuko and his fellow members of Ladysmith Black Mambazo showed the world the beauty of our traditions and the power of harmony. His voice and presence will be deeply missed, but the legacy he leaves behind will continue to inspire generations of artists.
On behalf of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture and the people of South Africa, I extend my sincere condolences to the Mazibuko family, the members of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, the music community, and all South Africans mourning the loss of a beloved cultural icon.
May his soul rest in peace, and may his music continue to remind us who we are as a people.
Gayton McKenzie
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture
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