Although Brenda achieved her dream of becoming a
pop star, she died young, at the age of 39, on 9 May,
2004.

It was a very sad day in South Africa. People were
shocked by the news of her death. Many mourned the
loss of this icon.

She left behind her son, Bongani.

After her death, large crowds of fans rushed to buy her
music.

The fans believed that her records would not be
available anymore.

It is believed the company sold thousands and
thousands of copies of her albums

In Newtown, Johannesburg, there is a bronze statue of
Brenda. It was created to honour her.

Next to the statue is a stool for people to sit on to
spend time with the Queen of African Pop.

Brenda was a musical genius who is not likely to be
forgotten.

She is one of South Africa’s greate

Now, new generations are discovering the songs that
made everyone want to dance.