{"id":44895,"date":"2021-08-12T14:39:12","date_gmt":"2021-08-12T12:39:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/zimbabwe\/?p=44895"},"modified":"2021-08-12T14:02:23","modified_gmt":"2021-08-12T12:02:23","slug":"musician-zexie-manatsa-diagnosed-with-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/zimbabwe\/all-news\/musician-zexie-manatsa-diagnosed-with-cancer","title":{"rendered":"Musician Zexie Manatsa Diagnosed With Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/zimbabwe\">Zimbabwe<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span>Zexie Manatsa has been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, the legendary musician revealed in a post on Facebook.<\/p>\n<p>Multiple myeloma is a cancer that forms in a type of white blood cell called a plasma cell. It can cause damage to the bones, immune system and kidneys.<\/p>\n<p>The musician who nurtured a lot of musicians including the late Oliver Mtukudzi and Alick Macheso made the announcement on Thursday morning.<\/p>\n<p>Manatsa said he would be taking a break to be with family as he focuses on his health. He said:<\/p>\n<p>My wonderful family, friends and fans, today I would like to let you all know that I have recently been diagnosed with cancer known as Multiple Myeloma.<\/p>\n<p>With guidance from medical professionals and the support of my family, I am currently undergoing treatment to manage the condition.<\/p>\n<p>While undergoing treatment, I have chosen to spend quality time with my family and hope to get some peace and quiet while doing so.<\/p>\n<p>I love and thank you all for your never-ending love and support.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Zimbabwe. Zexie Manatsa has been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, the legendary musician revealed in a post on Facebook. Multiple myeloma is a cancer that forms in a type of white blood cell called a plasma cell. It can cause damage to the bones, immune system and kidneys. 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