Robbie Malinga’s tombstone unveiled
Malinga was responsible for shaping careers of various artists in the country.
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Music legend Robbie Malinga’s tombstone was unveiled on Tuesday after his funeral at Rhema Bible Church.
He died on Christmas Day following a battle with pancreatic cancer.
The tombstone features Malinga and it is surrounded by his awards.
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The tombstone was created by Bataung Memorial Tombstones and he was buried in West Park Cemetery.
He leaves his wife and two children.
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Fans, fellow artists and friends expressed their sadness on social media.
https://twitter.com/thulani_mgabhi/status/945339809668698112
25 December Robbie Malinga Died now it's Zodwa wa bantu😭 may your soul rest in peace 💔 pic.twitter.com/CpW8ApEU4C
— Ruby DE February (@sesi_Ruby) December 29, 2017