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| Renowned Tanzanian gospel singer Bonny Mwaitege |
The gospel industry woke up to the news that renowned Tanzanian gospel singer Bonny Mwaitege had died. Bonny Mwaitege: Tanzanian Gospel Artiste Dies in Grissly Road Accident The beloved artist was claimed to have met his death in a fatal road accident on Sunday evening. Bonny Mwaitege is alive However, TUKO.co.ke can confirm that the crooner is still alive and not dead as claimed by the information. . Isaac Nandwa, the man who broke the devastating news, clarified that he was misled by his sources into spreading the falsehood. He apologised over the incident in a long statement on social media, adding that he was retracting the statement. “To Bonny Mwaitege’s family and friends, my mum loves your songs and sorry for posting such misleading information,” he wrote. Stephen Kasolo clarifies about Mwaitege’s health Kenyan gospel singer Stephen Kasolo also dismissed the rumours and clarified that Mwaitege was alive and healthy. In a video posted on social media, Kasolo dissuaded Kenyans from spreading false news, which caused undue distress to the victims. “Ameniomba niwaambia wakenya kwamba Bonny Mwaitege yupo sawa na ni mtu tu anatumika kumharibia jina, (He has asked me to inform Kenyans that Bonny MWaitege is okay but someone is trying to soil his name),” he said. Kasolo added that God had protected the gospel minister and urged Kenyans to pray for him and other Tanzanian singers. Mwaitege’s music has touched the hearts of many, with popular songs such as “Neema Imenibeba” and “Safari Bado” resonating deeply with Christians.His contributions to gospel music have earned him a special place in the hearts of his fans and fellow musicians alike. The news of his untimely death had left thousands of fans in shock, with many expressing their grief and condolences on social media. Many had shared memories of how his music inspired and comforted them during difficult times.
by Hillary Lisimba