South African Lekompo producer and DJ Mvzzle has confirmed that he was involved in a tragic car accident that claimed the life of a pedestrian while travelling to a scheduled performance in Limpopo.
The producer, whose real name is Gift Selaelo Morukhuladi, released a public statement on Monday, saying the accident occurred on Friday night as he and his team were travelling to Lephalale for a booked performance.
According to Mvzzle, the collision happened while they were driving through Shongoane 2 when a pedestrian suddenly crossed the road.
“It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that we address the tragic incident that occurred on Friday night. While travelling to Lephalale for our scheduled gig, we were passing through Shongoane 2 when a pedestrian crossed the road. Unfortunately, we were involved in an accident and struck her,” he said.
The producer explained that the vehicle stopped immediately after the collision and emergency services were contacted without delay. Paramedics and police later arrived at the scene, where the pedestrian was declared dead.
Mvzzle said he and his team have since met with the victim’s family to express their condolences and discuss ways to support them during this difficult time.
“On Saturday, our team reached out to the family to request a meeting. The family kindly agreed, and on Sunday we sat with them. As we all know, an accident is something no one can plan or foresee. During our meeting, we expressed our heartfelt condolences and took full responsibility for ensuring that their loved one is laid to rest with the dignity and respect she deserves,” he said.
He added that his team has committed to covering the funeral expenses and will remain by the family’s side throughout the funeral preparations to ensure everything is handled with care and respect.
The producer described the incident as one of the most painful experiences his team has ever faced, saying they continue to carry the emotional weight of the tragedy every day.
“We are truly sorry for what happened and we will continue to do everything in our power to support the family,” he said while also apologising to fans affected by the news.
The accident comes at a time when South Africa’s music industry has witnessed several road tragedies involving artists travelling to and from performances, once again highlighting the risks musicians often face while touring across the country.
Mvzzle is one of South Africa’s respected producers, having built a successful career across multiple genres. He first gained national recognition for producing DJ Zinhle’s hit single Umlilo, which became one of the country’s biggest dance anthems. In recent years, he has also played a significant role in the rise of the Lekompo genre, producing popular songs such as Di Chopper and Sdudla or Slender with award-winning singer Shandesh.
As investigations into the accident continue, Mvzzle has asked for privacy for both his team and the bereaved family as they mourn the loss of their loved one.
