Cape Town – South African award-winning singer Lerato Moipone Molapo, best known as ‘Lira’ has shared an update on her recovery, following a stroke that affected her speech about two months ago.
Lira took to Instagram to announce her SAMA28 nomination in the Best Remix of the Year category for her collaboration with DJ Maphorisa on her song Feel Good.
She also took the opportunity to let her fans know that she is well and slowly recovering.
“Such special news right now. Just received a SAMA nomination for my remix done by @djmaphorisa! I’m very well, slowly, slowly recovering! #FeelGood15,” wrote Lira in an Instagram post.
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Lira suffered a stroke while in Germany for a performance in April.
Her family announced the news via a statement published on the singer’s Instagram account.
“As Lira’s family, we would like to take this opportunity to share some recent developments regarding Lira’s health. Lira recently travelled to Germany for a performance but unfortunately suffered a stroke whilst there. As a result, her ability to communicate, in particular, her speech, has been impacted. She is currently undergoing treatment here in South Africa, led by the best medical team available,” said the family at the time.
In May, Lira took to social media to update her supporters on her recovery journey and to thank them for their “overwhelming love, support and prayers”.
“Dear Fam. Thank you for your overwhelming love , support and prayers. I am recovering well. Physically I have been unaffected, I am strong and healthy. The stroke has unfortunately affected my speech, however I am making lots of progress every day.
“I will be taking some time to focus on my recovery. Please keep your prayers coming, I can’t wait to be back soon.
All my love,” wrote Lira in an Instagram post.
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