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SA’s Amapiano sensation, DJ Sumbody shot and killed

JOHANNESBURG – Musician Oupa John Sefoka known as ‘DJ Sumbody’ has died – after an incident in Johannesburg on Sunday morning.

Sumsounds Music released a statement saying the Ayep Yep and Monate Mpolaye artist “ran into an unfortunate incident that led to his passing”.

 

Further details surrounding his passing cannot be disclosed as investigations are ongoing.

“The Sefoka family and Sumsounds Music Management have kindly requested privacy during this difficult time and will release a statement in due course.”

Fans and South Africans alike have paid tributes to the DJ:

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