WESLEY Chibambo, popularly known as Dandy Crazy, has succumbed to his injuries following a road traffic accident.
The musician, celebrated for his unique music and contributions to Zambia’s entertainment industry, was certified dead at 01:42 hours this morning.
Mr Chibambo was involved in an accident that occurred on New Year’s Eve on the Great North Road, between Kabwe and Kapiri.
Four people died instantly at the scene, and Mr Chibambo sustained critical injuries and was referred to the University Teaching Hospital.
According to a statement issued by UTH Adult Hospital rublic relations officer, Nzeba Chanda, Mr Chibambo underwent emergency surgery after the accident.
“He underwent an emergency operation later in the day. However, he remained in critical condition despite various treatment interventions employed by our health staff. He was certified dead at 01:42 hours this morning. We wish to pass our sincere condolences to the family and public as they mourn their loved one,” Ms Chanda said.
Dandy Crazy was best known for his hit songs, including Don’t Kubeba, which became an anthem during the 2011 general elections.
Born and bred on the Copperbelt province, Dandy Crazy was also a recipient of numerous awards, including accolades for his cultural preservation through music.
(Mwebantu, Thursday, 2nd January. 2025)
Too bad my man you will be always missed especially when bachelor kungulume will be played in your absencial
Sad, life. My sincere condolences to his close family, the music family, friends, fans and the nation. May the find strength during these trying times. Let the family have their privacy.
Sad, and very sad for his family and the nation.It is very sad that we have continued losing our musical artists and comedians as a result of road accidents.The Ministry concerned with the artists must quickly look at this matter and investigate the reasons why our artists are dying on the roads.This is in acceptable.The Ministry of Youth ,Sport and Arts and RATSA including the Traffic Police must consider having a meeting with the artists of our country and have a workshop and more every year to mitigate on these untimely deaths on the road.This is sad indeed.
It looks your mind is hooked on something like drugs or something! This accident had nothing to do with the artists, where did you get that.
The police explained that it waz the Truck coming from the opposite direction which was overspending that knocked of the 2 vehicles which was the cause. You come up and concoct your own story about Artists and your meetings with RATSA where did you get all that rubbish!
The problem with road accidents in Zambia is due to incompetent drivers and too many vehicles not roadworthy! Very easy to solve if we let the police to do their job properly.
Deepest condolences to the family of Dandy. We will always remember you always for all your contributions to the Zambian music industry RIP
Chilyata, you are not sharp.My concern in my submission is about our artists dying on roads and not talking about who caused the accident.Your prejudice has revealed that you can’t read between the lines.My thinking is mlles away from yours dear. You may count how many we have lost in space of 10 years,without looking at who caused.Who caused is not the subject in my submission but the number and nature of death, it is road accident.And Chilyata, Iam a well cultured person I don’t believe in using abusive language on other people unlike you who does that.Let us debate in a mature way.Mind you RATSA advises, teaches, licenses,sensitises on road matter s to pedestrians as well as motorists and cyclists and punishes wrong users.
Too bad my young man, why every December we loose our lovely musicians here in Zambia. I fail to understand
Mhsrip.