The news has stirred deep concern among his vast fanbase and fellow artists, prompting widespread expressions of love and support for the veteran musician.

Health Battle Forces Absence from Stage

Concerns about Madzibaba’s health began to circulate after he was notably absent from a recent family show held at Zebra Village. The legendary musician later confirmed his unwellness, explaining that his condition prevented him from attending in person.

“I just managed to send my band and PA system, and my son Franco, to our family show,” Madzibaba shared, indicating the extent to which his illness has impacted his ability to perform. This confirmation of his battle has led to an outpouring of well-wishes from across the nation and the music community.

Legendary Musician Battles Serious Illness, Sparking Outpouring of Support

In Madzibaba’s absence, his son Franco Slomo stepped up to keep the show alive and utilized the platform to rally the sungura community. He delivered a powerful message, urging musicians to set aside their differences and unite in prayer for the genre’s living legend.

Sungura Icon Madzibaba Nicholas Zakaria Appeals for Prayers as Illness Forces Him Off Stage

“Let us stop spending time on sungura music wars and spend it on praying for the living legend of this genre. Let us stop pointing fingers at each other,” Franco Slomo passionately urged, emphasizing the importance of harmony in the face of adversity.

Adding his respected voice to the call, fellow sungura figure Kireni Zulu also weighed in with a poignant message directed at artists across the board. He implored musicians to stand by one another during difficult times, stressing that support should be shown while individuals are still alive, rather than waiting until after their passing.

“If one of us gets sick as an artist, we must know and we must visit each other, socialising and listening to their challenges. We must assist each other rather than pretend to have loved a person after his or her death by buying food or coffins,” Kireni Zulu stated, drawing parallels to past eras of camaraderie within the industry: “John Chibadura never attacked the Chimbetus, Okavango Boys never clashed with Tineyi Chikupo.”

The collective messages from these prominent figures underscore a deep respect for Madzibaba’s legacy and a strong desire for solidarity within the Zimbabwean music scene as their icon battles illness. 

The nation continues to send its prayers and support to Nicholas Zakaria, hoping for his swift recovery.