HHP’s memorial service in Pictures. Fans, friends and family gathered at Newtown Music Factory (Johannesburg) on Tuesday to pay tribute to hip-hop artist, Jabulani Tsambo.
Affectionately known by his fans as “Jabba,” the musician who uses the stage name HHP (Hip Hop Pantsula) died on Wednesday. He was 38.
The cause of death is not yet known. Another memorial will take place in his hometown Mahikeng, on Thursday. The music legend will be laid to rest on Saturday. The family released a statement, saying:
“[We] would like to extend our sincerest gratitude for all the messages of condolences and for all the love and support received during this difficult time.” “Jabulani has left an unforgettable mark in the lives of millions of people who have had the privilege and honour of knowing him personally and through his craft.”
Mmabatho, Mahikeng
Date: Thursday, 1 November
Venue: Mmabatho Convention Centre
Time: 12:00 – 17:00
FUNERAL SERVICE:
Date: Saturday, 3 November
Venue: Mmabatho, Mahikeng
Further details to be confirmed. But here are scenes from the Joburg Memorial service:
Rad is here doing his thing #RIPHHP pic.twitter.com/B0uMYoUuCv
— African Child (@ZikhonaTshona) October 30, 2018
DJ Cleo say he has lost a friend of 19 years #RIPHHP pic.twitter.com/q1BOAlJOQS
— African Child (@ZikhonaTshona) October 30, 2018
Jabulani Tsambo, who his fans came to know as HHP (Hip Hop Panstula) had an incredible impact on the South African music scene.
People have started gathering outside Newtown Music Factory in Joburg as they wait for the memorial service of #HHP to begin. pic.twitter.com/zj9mDnA2iP
— TheJuiceSA (@TheJuiceSA) October 30, 2018
Artist Lebani Sirenje paints a portrait of #HHP
Venue has started filling up. #HHPmemorial pic.twitter.com/qIr7uVccbU
— TheJuiceSA (@TheJuiceSA) October 30, 2018
The controversial moment when HHP’s wife Lerato Sengadi arrived:
HHP's wife Lerato Sengadi arrives at the memorial service, surrounded by family and friends. #HHPMemorial pic.twitter.com/XjZtDWffwu
— TheJuiceSA (@TheJuiceSA) October 30, 2018
Zanele Tsambo, HHP’s cousin: I would stop by for a bit of laughter
Zanele Tsambo, HHP's cousin: I would stop by for a bit of laughter pic.twitter.com/aumQRw9h6h
— TheJuiceSA (@TheJuiceSA) October 30, 2018
Lerato: I know you will come and visit me in my dreams often, I know you will never leave me. #HHPmemorial pic.twitter.com/VN4m5IcDrE
— TheJuiceSA (@TheJuiceSA) October 30, 2018
Lerato giving her speech…
Cassper Nyovest’s speech:
Cassper Nyovest speaks at #HHPMemorial pic.twitter.com/uxrPRFWI2h
— TheJuiceSA (@TheJuiceSA) October 30, 2018
Local celebrities who attended the memorial service included Cassper Nyovest, Vuyolwethu Ngcukana and Max-Hoba.
Family, friends and industry peers spoke fondly of HHP, with a former teacher saying: “I feel stunned, dazed and cheated”.
The Queen actor Vuyolwethu Ngcukana was also present
Source: News24