Talented singer Lulu Dikana has passed away after a short illness.
Dikana’s manager at Sony Music Entertainment confirmed the news earlier today.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected and tragic loss of soul songstress Lulu Dikana who passed away last night after a short illness while being treated in hospital. Our deepest condolences go out to her family, friends and all her fans who came to know and love her through her music,” a statement released by the company said.
According to reports Lulu Dikana died on Wednesday night following a short illness. Tributes have since been pouring in for the singer, who recently released a new album, I Came to Love, and opened for John Legend on the Johannesburg leg of his All of Me tour.
Lulu is the sister of X Factor judge and singer Zonke Dikana.