Iconic Gospel Musician Diva Mafunga Passes Away, Leaving a Resounding Legacy.”
Renowned gospel musician Diva Mafunga has died.
Unverified reports suggest that he passed away due to a car accident.
Veteran gospel musician Charles Charamba confirmed Mafunga’s passing after he took to his Twitter page and wrote:
It comes as a shock. Indeed we have lost a good and dependable companion who candidly demonstrated his love for God. May the Lord comfort the children and family at large. Rest in Power our own Compatriot Diva Mafunga
It comes as a shock. In deed we have lost a good and dependable companion, someone who candidly demonstrated his love for God. May the Lord comfort the children and family at large. Rest in Power our own Compatriot Diva Mafunga pic.twitter.com/EqnnAcPs9C
— Charles Charamba (@CharambaPastor) July 4, 2023
Diva Mafunga’s Musical Journey
Diva Mafunga rose to fame when his first album, ‘Endai Naizvozvo,’ was released in 2003.
Mafunga’s musical expedition commenced in the 1980s within the rural landscapes of Mount Darwin.
During this time, he and his companions convene for impromptu jam sessions, strumming their banjos while tending to cattle.
Eventually, he ventured into singing at church gatherings, and in 2003, he decided to have a selection of his songs professionally recorded.
Despite facing rejection from Gramma Records, who deemed him not marketable, Mafunga persevered with unwavering determination.
Undeterred, he utilized his resources to record ‘Endai Naizvozvo’ at Shed Studios. When the album was finally released, it received an enthusiastic response from fans.
Eventually, Gramma Records recognized the album’s potential and decided to take on its marketing.
Following the success of ‘Endai Naizvozvo,’ Mafunga continued to captivate audiences with a series of subsequent albums.
In 2004, he released ‘Fambai Nekutenda,’ followed by ‘Pfuurirai Mberi’ in 2005 and ‘Ndicharamba Ndichidana’ in 2007.
His musical journey continued with the releases of ‘Spiritual Battle,’ ‘Zvangu Zvaita,’ and ‘Ndatenda Ndapinda’.
