Producer and DJ Black Coffee involved in serious travel accident

According to a post on Instagram, the incident occurred on Sunday during the artist’s flight to his show at MUTE, a club in Mar del Plata, Argentina

South African music producer and DJ Black Coffee, real name Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo, was involved in a serious travel accident in which he was injured.

According to a post on the Grammy winner’s Instagram, the incident occurred on Sunday while he was flying to his show at MUTE, a club in Mar del Plata, Argentina.

“Black Coffee was involved in a serious travel accident on the way to his scheduled show in Mar del Plata,” read the statement posted to his account on Wednesday. “The incident resulted in unforeseen complications and left him with some injuries.”

The statement continued: “We can confirm that he is receiving the best possible medical care and is surrounded by a family and team that supports him. With regard to his privacy, we ask the media and his fans for their understanding and patience.”

“Despite the challenges, Black Coffee is optimistic and recovering well!” The article ends.

The exact details of 47-year-old Black Coffee’s injuries and condition were not disclosed. PEOPLE reached out to the music producer’s representatives for comment on his accident but did not receive an immediate response.

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In 2022, Black Coffee became the first South African artist to win the Best Dance/Electronic Music award at the Grammys for his album ” Subconsciously.

“While I was working on this album, it was so important to me to get it out to as many people as possible,” said the producer billboard in 2022.

“The album challenges many sounds and styles while staying true to my roots. I wanted to make an album that you could listen to not only in the car or at the club, but also while you’re cleaning your house, going through a hard time, and everything in between. It pushes boundaries, and I think that’s ultimately the appeal.”

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Before his accident, the DJ last updated his Instagram on December 30 with a carousel of photos summing up the past year. “2023 is a year I will never forget ❤️🙏🏿 Looking forward to the new year,” the caption reads.

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