Zambian music icon Dandy Krazy dies after New Year’s Eve crash

• Dandy Krazy died in a car crash while travelling in the Kapiri Mposhi region when his vehicle collided with a truck and a second car.
• The crash claimed three lives at the scene.
• Despite being rushed to the University Teaching Hospital, the musician finally died in the early hours of Thursday.

The Zambian music industry is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved musicians, Dandy Krazy, who passed away on January 2, 2025, after a tragic road accident on New Year’s Eve.

Born Wesley Chibambo, Dandy Krazy was 47 years old at the time of his death.

The fatal accident occurred in the Kapiri Mposhi region when Dandy Krazy’s vehicle collided with a truck and another car, claiming three lives at the scene.

Despite emergency surgery at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Dandy Krazy succumbed to his injuries.

Tributes have poured in for the late musician, with President Hakainde Hichilema leading the condolences.

The President described Dandy Krazy as an “extraordinary talent” whose music and charisma touched lives across the country.

“His music and charisma touched lives far and wide, crossing all boundaries and bringing people together,” President Hichilema wrote in a heartfelt Facebook post.

Dandy Krazy’s daughter, Comfort, also paid an emotional tribute to her father, expressing her love and gratitude for the time they shared.

“Daddy, you have answered the Lord’s call on Shanice’s birthday, your third-born. Even in death, we will always love you, Papa. Lord, your will hurts.”

The musician’s legacy extends beyond his family, as he was renowned for using his music to address social and economic issues in Zambia.

One of his most iconic hits, “Donchi Kubeba” (“Don’t Tell Them”), played a significant role in the Patriotic Front’s (PF) election victory in 2011.

This song, along with others like “Chintelelwe” and his collaborations on “Chipuba Chandi” and “Temperature,” cemented Dandy Krazy’s place in Zambian music history.

In recognition of his contributions to the music industry and social commentary, Dandy Krazy was awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of Freedom by then-President Michael Sata.