Legendary artist Johnny Clegg dies

On 16 July 2019, Jonny Clegg died at the age 66 years at his home in Johannesburg, Gauteng after he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2015. He is known as a songwriter, a dancer and an anthropologist.  Clegg‘s music touched so many souls with its vibrant blend of Western pop and African Zulu rhythms. Clegg’s unique music style had an impact by embracing different cultures and enhanced the social cohesion of young South Africans. 

During his music career, he produced so many hits including Impi, Great Heart and African Sky Blue. In addition, he received a number of awards including being called a ‘Knight of Arts and Letters’ by the French Government in 1991. Clegg was nominated as an Officer  of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). This veteran was also honoured with various doctorates including the Order of Ikhamanga. Jonny Clegg is survived by his wife Jenny and their two sons Jesse and Jaron.