I feel proud that Mandoza made me a man, says Brickz

Kwaito star Brickz says that he is proud of Mandoza for living his life to the fullest, he told TMG Entertainment at the memorial.

Brickz is currently at the memorial for the star which is being held at the Ellis Park Arena in Johannesburg.

Asked if he could have one last moment with his friend, Brickz said that he had everything he could have wished for.

• LIVE: Mandoza's sisters lead fans into dance in memory of their brotherHundreds of friends, family, fans and high-profile personalities have gathered at Ellis Park in Johannesburg to pay tribute to Kwaito legend Mandoza. Refresh for the latest updates. 

"He's lived his life. He's done all the most important things. He's pushed the kwaito music. He's pushed the kwaito flag. I had all my moments with him. I feel proud that he made me a man today," Brickz told us at the memorial.

The memorial has seen celebrities including Mshoza, Florence Masebe and Jah Seed showing their respects.

• WATCH LIVE: Mandoza memorial serviceFamily, friends and fans pay tribute to Mandoza at a public memorial service at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. 

Mandoza's wife, Mpho, is sitting in the front supported by her family and friends.