Amapiano sensation Sabelo Zuma, widely recognized by his stage name, Zuma, faced a terrifying situation recently when the minibus he was in was shot at.
It’s a sobering reminder of the dangers that can lurk even in everyday life.
Fortunately, reports indicate that Zuma is now stable and recuperating in the hospital.
He managed to escape a potentially fatal encounter, and fans are relieved to hear he is on the mend.
Details of the Incident
Sources close to the artist shared details with TimesLive, revealing that he was shot in broad daylight.
While the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, one insider expressed gratitude that he survived, stating, “We are glad he’s still alive, nursing his bullet wound.”
MDN News also confirmed the incident via an X post, noting that Zuma, a member of the Amaroto group, is recovering after sustaining a gunshot wound during the attack on the minibus.
Despite the buzz, Zuma’s management has yet to issue an official statement.
Photos circulating online show the scene of the shooting, including images of the minibus with shattered windows.
However, it’s still uncertain whether the shooting was a targeted hit.
Ongoing Investigations
Attempts to reach law enforcement for comments were unsuccessful.
A particularly striking image shared on X by MDN News appears to show Zuma in the hospital, where a bullet wound is visible on his arm just below the shoulder.
A Pattern of Close Calls
The unfortunate trend of celebrities facing life-threatening situations has been noted by The South African.
In 2023, actress Tebogo Thobejane narrowly escaped injury when her car was shot at after returning home from a dinner with friends.
Although she was unharmed, she was admitted to the hospital for shock.
Notably, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small also dodged a bullet—literally—three years ago when their vehicle came under fire after a concert in Vosloorus.
They were rushed to Union Hospital in Alberton, where they fought for their lives in intensive care.
Tragically, DJ Sumbody wasn’t as fortunate.
He was killed in a drive-by shooting in Johannesburg in 2022, and his case remains unsolved, now classified as a cold case.
What Lies Ahead?
The entertainment community watches closely as Zuma recovers, hoping for a swift return to health and an end to the troubling trend of violence against public figures.
Fans and fellow artists alike are rallying behind him, eager for updates on his recovery and what’s next for the amapiano star.
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