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Albert Mazibuko’s private burial in Estcourt in KZN, April 18, 2026.
The family of Ladysmith Black Mambazo co-founder, Albert Mazibuko, began proceedings with a private burial ceremony on Saturday, followed by the official funeral programme.
Mazibuko, who passed away on Easter Sunday after a short illness, is being laid to rest in Estcourt in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.
Albert Mazibuko, co-founder of the multiple Grammy Award-winning group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, will be laid to rest at his homestead in Estcourt in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands on Saturday. pic.twitter.com/FLfKwEkPnt
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He was 77 years old.
According to his family, it was his wish to be buried first before the formal funeral programme.
Mourners in attendance include artists from various music genres, amabutho, local leadership, and members of the community.
IN PICTURES | The burial of Albert Mazibuko is currently underway in Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal. The official programme will start at 9 AM.
Credit: Jayde Paulse pic.twitter.com/ypZTpZYiRA
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The group’s manager, Xolani Majozi, says this is not unusual in their area.
“Yes, it was his special request and top of that here at Umtshezi, that is how they do things, and they start with the burial and the formal programme will start later.”
VIDEO | Ladysmith Black Mambazo co-founder’s funeral underway
