Stacey and J Sbu pay a heartfelt tribute to Riky Rick

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South Africa is mourning the loss of another great musician - Riky Rick. The news of his passing dominated social media on Wednesday morning.

Scores of people have taken to social media to share their pain and shock over the passing of Riky Rick.

The star died on Wednesday morning at the age of 34.

23 Feb 2022 English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

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