Showbiz- The leader of the iconic Kwekwe-based Chigiyo music outfit Zig-Zag Band, Steven Lunga, popularly known as Steve Lion (Lyan), has passed away.
He was 55. died on Sunday at Kwekwe District Hospital following a prolonged illness.
His death marks the end of an era for one of Zimbabwe’s most beloved music groups, whose vibrant blend of traditional Zimbabwean music and reggae captured the hearts of many.
A fellow long-serving band member, Isaac Phiri, confirmed Lunga’s death.
“He had not been well for a while, but we never thought it would come to this,” Phiri said. “We hoped and prayed for his recovery, but it was never to be. Maybe it was God’s time. All the same, we give glory to the Almighty for the wonderful times we shared with him. May he rest in eternal peace.”
Mourners are gathered at Amaveni’s B Section, and burial arrangements will be announced soon.
Zig-Zag Band was founded in 1982 when Lunga was still in primary school.
The group’s unique sound, blending Zimbabwean traditional music with reggae influences, was
