‘My speech healing is very slow’ — Lira back with update after social media hiatus

Lira said she is doing the best she can during her recovery journey after suffering a stroke.

Taking to her Instagram after a short hiatus, she posted a clip of herself living her best life soaking up the sun and taking in breathtaking views.

“Compliments of the new year! I haven’t posted this year. My speech healing is very slow, I’m doing the best I can to remain sane. I’m still alive and well. I wish great health, prosperity and love,” she wrote. 

Though the stroke affected her ability to communicate, the singer shared in late June last year she could read, write and talk. 

“Five months and still alive and kicking. I’m grateful for the gift of life. I’m making incredible progress and enjoying the much-needed break. One lesson I’ve learnt is to slow down, smell the roses and savour each moment,” she wrote on her Instagram timeline.

Lira shared in a snippet on her recovery journey that she was working hard to ensure she would sing again. On Instagram, the Believer hit maker shared a video of herself at a rehearsal with the Mzansi Youth Choir.

“During rehearsal of Return to Me, featuring Mzansi Youth Choir. Speech challenging but I can still sing,” she said.

In her first update she said the stroke had affected her speech.

“Dear Fam, Thank you for your overwhelming love, support and prayers. I am recovering well. Physically I have been unaffected, I am strong and healthy. The stroke has unfortunately affected my speech, however, I am making lots of progress every day.”

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