Dandy Krazy, one of Zambia’s most popular musicians, has died from injuries caused by a road collision on New Year’s Eve.
A report by the BBC said the 47-year-old – real name Wesley Chibambo was travelling in Zambia’s Kapiri Mposhi region when his car collided with a truck and a second car.
Three people died at the scene. Dandy Krazy passed away in the early hours of Thursday despite being transported to the University Teaching Hospital in the capital city of Lusaka for emergency surgery.
President Hakainde Hichilema was among those who paid tribute to the musician, calling him an “extraordinary artist”.
“His music and charisma touched lives far and wide, crossing all boundaries and bringing people together,” Hichilema wrote in a Facebook post.
Dandy Krazy’s daughter, Comfort, said, “Daddy, you have answered the Lord’s call on Shanice’s birthday, your third born. Even in death, we will always love you, Papa. I have no time to question God but agree to his will, but Lord, your will hurts.”
Dandy Krazy was known for using music as a tool for political commentary.
