‘Healing is not a destination, it’s a journey’: Lira reflects on her musical comeback

SOUTH African Queen of Afrosoul, Lira feels “blessed” and “grateful” to be performing after suffering a stroke about two years ago.The “Feel Good” hitmaker, whose real name is Lerato Molapo, went through a harrowing medical ordeal, which left her unable to read, write or speak.Following her recovery, the 45 year old returned to the stage, with her headline act at the “Bassline Fest’s Africa Day” celebrations in Joburg in May, being her first performance since 2022.This month, she joined the likes of iconic composer and performer Lebo M as well as Shekhinah, Vusi Nova and…