Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has conveyed his condolences following the passing of South Africa-born internationally acclaimed opera singer, Johan Botha.
Botha passed away in Vienna, Austria, on Thursday at the age of 51.
President Zuma said Botha will be remembered for his soothing and powerful voice, which was heard in various opera theatres and halls across the globe including the Vienna State Opera which made him a Kammersänger, a title that is bestowed on distinguished singers of opera and classical music in Austria and Germany.
“Mr Botha was one of our most accomplished and talented opera singers and a good ambassador for South Africa abroad.
“We wish to convey our heartfelt condolences to his family as well as the arts and culture industry at large. May his soul rest in peace,” said President Zuma. - SAnews.gov.za
