South African singer Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona, popularly known as Makhadzi, has been discharged from hospital following injuries sustained in a car accident on 31 December 2025.
The award-winning artist was involved in a serious collision on the N1 highway while travelling from Limpopo to Johannesburg. She was immediately taken to a private hospital in Polokwane, where she received medical treatment.
At the time of the accident, Makhadzi was en route to headline a New Year’s Eve show in Gauteng.
In a Facebook update posted on Monday, 5 January 2026, the singer revealed that doctors had instructed her to return home and rest for the next 10 weeks, a period during which she will not be able to perform.
She thanked her fans, affectionately known as khadzinators, for the overwhelming support and prayers she has received locally and internationally, saying their love has helped her through a difficult period.
Makhadzi explained that although she has been discharged, her family will continue to care for her as she recovers from multiple injuries. According to medical advice, she will need to remain on home rest throughout the 10-week recovery period.
Despite the setback, the singer said she views the break as a blessing in disguise. While she will not be appearing on stage, she plans to spend time in the studio creating new music and giving thanks to God for sparing her life.
She described the experience as a second chance to live, adding that there is still much to be said about the incident in due course
