Haitham Kim, a singer and songwriter from Tanzania, died after battling a respiratory disease. 


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At Temeke Referral Hospital in Dar es Salaam, where she had been hospitalized in the intensive care unit, the musician passed away today at or around noon. 

Days after bongo musicians started a fundraiser to aid with the mounting medical expenditures, the mother of one passed away. 


According to reports, Haitham suffered from respiratory issues that began as a cold but worsened because she needed a ventilator to help her breathe. 

Following the passing of the young and promising artist, family and friends have continued to express their sorrow and shock. 

Wawa, Hakutaki, Dubai, I Hope, and Kitu Kizito are some of her songs.