According to ZiMoja, in a heart-wrenching turn of events, South African rapper Leslie “Da L.E.S” Mampe suffered a stroke on Friday evening, leaving his family and fans in shock. Currently, the Heaven rapper is recuperating in a Johannesburg hospital, with his condition stabilised but the journey to full recovery still uncertain.
The news of Da L.E.S’s stroke has mobilised a community of close friends and fans who are rallying to support his family during this challenging period. In a heartfelt plea, his friends have reached out to assist the Mampe family in raising funds for the mounting medical bills. A note circulated among close acquaintances highlights the dire need for financial support, with details for donations being shared to aid his mother, Priscilla Mampe.
“Hi Friends, as support to Leslie’s family while Les is in hospital, we are encouraging friends to assist in kind to Leslie’s mother’s account below,” the note read, underscoring the urgency and communal spirit driving this initiative.
Despite the gravity of the situation, there is a silver lining. The Mampe family has confirmed that Da L.E.S is showing signs of improvement. “Whilst he is in a stable condition, this remains a challenging time for his loved ones, and his family calls on the public to keep him in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate this difficult period,” a family spokesperson conveyed.
Priscilla Mampe, who is currently based in the USA, is en route to South Africa to be by her son’s side. A close family friend shared the emotional toll this incident has taken on her. “She is not okay; I just want us to keep his family in our prayers. She is devastated,” the friend said, painting a picture of a mother’s heartbreak and determination.
This is not the first time the Mampe family has faced such adversity. In 2021, Da L.E.S lost his father, Leslie Jonathan Mampe Senior, after a brief illness. Reflecting on his father’s passing, Da L.E.S expressed gratitude for the life lessons imparted by his “biggest fan” and vowed to carry forward his legacy.
Recently, Da L.E.S had been making strides in his career and personal ventures, including the opening of a new restaurant in Sandton. The rapper’s journey has been one of resilience and passion, traits that are once again being called upon in this critical moment.
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