Mandoza told me he was hurting - he is resting now, says TKZee's Tokollo

Tokollo Tshabalala told fans, family and friends at Mandoza's memorial that he could write a book about all of their adventures together.

Tokollo was speaking at the Ellis Park Arena were fans have gathered to celebrate the life of Mandoza, who died on Sunday afternoon.

Taking to the stage to massive applause from crowds, Tokollo spoke about all of the adventures he used to get up to with his friend.

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

"I could write a book about this guy. When we were young, making hits. We used to have so much fun."

But Tokollo opened up about his last meeting with Mandoza, saying the kwaito star told him he was "hurting".

"Mandoza was saying 'this thing is actually hurting and it's painful.' Where ever he is, he is resting. He is at peace. I saw the performance where he was saying goodbye to us. I will always love him."

• LIVE: Mandoza memorial- 'Mandoza lived life his way'Hundreds 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. 

The memorial has seen big names making appearances and paying tribute to Mandoza including Brickz, Mshoza and Zola.