Popular SA Rapper, Riky Rick dies at 34

Popular South African rapper, Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado, popularly known as Riky Rick has been reported dead at age 34.

The rap star, Riky Rick was reported dead in the early hours on Wednesday, February 23 at his estate home in the north of Johannesburg.

According to a source, it was alleged that Riky Rick was found dead by his management team at about 8.30am.

Though it is yet to be certain the cause of death, according to sources, the singer allegedly hunged himself with a rope after suffering from severe depression.

TopNaija recalls that two years ago, 2020 during an interview, Riky said that he suffered from “chronic depression” and found himself on a “destructive path” after the death of his father.

The Makhado family have also confirmed his death in an official statement to the press.

The statement read; “Son, husband, father, brother and uncle, Riky ‘Ricky’ Makhado (34) sadly passed away in the early hours of this morning (23rd February) in Johannesburg,” said a statement released on behalf of the family.

“Affectionately known as Riky Rick across the globe, he was deeply loved by his family, friends and the entire entertainment industry. His love for family, friends, and community is well known. Riky’s nurturing and developing of young musical talent is well documented and will forever be remembered”

The Makhado family have requested privacy during this trying period.

The rapper rose to fame in 2015 following the release of his single Nafukwa in 2014. His debut studio album Family Values was certified platinum by RiSA.

He founded the hip-hop festival Cotton Fest in 2019, which was set to return on 19 and 20 March.