Winnie Khumalo, 51, dies en route to hospital

Veteran musician and dancer Winnie Khumalo has died.

Her family confirmed the news but said an official statement would be released soon.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the death of our dearly beloved sister and friend. She passed away after a short illness,” Khumalo’s sister and family representative Tshepi Akeepile told SABC News.

Akeepile said Khumalo was sick and died on the way to hospital.

“It was her daughter that got back home to come and collect her so that she could be taken to the hospital. She tried to help her. Unfortunately, on their drive to the hospital, she passed away. When they arrived, they [medical staff] pronounced her dead.”

This is a developing story.