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‘Extraordinary’ Zambian musician dies after New Year’s Eve crash

By Kennedy Gondwe Published March 8, 2025
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Dandy Krazy, one of Zambia’s most popular musicians, has died from injuries caused by a road collision on New Year’s Eve.

The 47-year-old – real name Wesley Chibambo – was travelling in Zambia’s Kapiri Mposhi region when his car collided with a truck and a second car.

Three people died at the scene. Dandy Krazy passed away in the early hours of Thursday despite being transported to the University Teaching Hospital in capital city Lusaka for emergency surgery.

President Hakainde Hichilema was among those who paid tribute to the musician, calling him an “extraordinary artist”.

“His music and charisma touched lives far and wide, crossing all boundaries and bringing people together,” Hichilema wrote in a Facebook post.

Dandy Krazy’s daughter, Comfort, said: “Daddy you have answered the Lord’s call on Shanice’s birthday, your third born. Even in death, we will always love you Papa. I have no time to question God but agree to his will but Lord, your will hurts.”

Dandy Krazy was known for using music as a tool for political commentary.

His song Donchi Kubeba is credited with helping the Patriotic Front (PF) win the 2011 elections, ending the Movement for Multiparty Democracy’s 20-year run in power.

The song, whose title means Don’t Tell Them, lamented the unequal distribution of wealth and lack of opportunities in the country.

Former President Michael Sata, from the PF, later bestowed Dandy Krazy with the Grand Commander of the Order of Freedom.

His other songs include the hit Chintelelwe. Dandy Krazy also popularised tracks he featured on, such as Chipuba Chandi by Indi K and Temperature by Uniq.

In mourning Dandy Krazy, politician and lawyer Sakwiba Sikota wrote on his Facebook page: “There is no doubt that Dandy Crazy was a giant in the Zambian musical industry. His innovation and natural charm touched many.

He praised Dandy Krazy’s “social and political commentaries”, comparing them to artists like Bob Marley, Nina Simone, Bob Dylan, and John Lennon.

The government has announced it will assist with funeral expenses for Dandy Krazy and the others who died in the collision.

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