Zambia’s entertainment industry is in shock following the death of popular musician Chiko Wise, whose passing has left fans and fellow artistes heartbroken.
The cause of his death has not yet been confirmed, with more details expected to be released in due course. Despite the uncertainty, tributes have already begun pouring in across social media, highlighting the deep impact he had on the local music scene.
Chiko Wise rose to prominence with well-loved songs such as “Napapata Ba Mayo Mukansende” and “Mpaka Kumanda,” earning admiration for his storytelling and authentic Zambian sound. His music touched many lives, making his loss even more difficult to process.
Among those who have shared messages of grief is celebrated artiste B-Flow, who wrote:
“CHIKO WISE IS NO MORE 😢 THE ‘NAPAPATA BA MAYO MUKANSENDE’ AND ‘MPAKA KUMANDA’ HIT-MAKER HAS GONE TO BE WITH THE LORD 😭😭. WHAT A BIG LOSS😭”
Artist Afunika also reacted emotionally, posting:
“I can’t believe this 😢 😭 💔 😞”
Veteran musician Danny Kaya expressed his disbelief as well, stating:
“Oh no!! God please help us 😭🙏. This is so unreal”
As tributes continue to stream in, many are remembering Chiko Wise as a gifted artiste who contributed meaningfully to Zambia’s music industry.
The nation now waits for further details regarding his passing and funeral arrangements. For now, his music remains a lasting reminder of his talent and the legacy he leaves behind.
