By Tatenda Mujeyi
Southern Africa is in tears following the untimely passing on of acclaimed South African award winning actor Menzi Ngubane yesterday.
Ngubane’s death was announced by South African public relations giantess, Naome Makhele who noted Ngubane passed on yesterday in the early hours.
“It is with great sadness that the Ngubane family announces the passing of its son, acclaimed actor Menzi Ngubane who passed away earlier today. The 56 year old award-winning actor passed away due to stroke at home.” Naomi Mokhele said in press statement.
The popular actor who was diognised of Kidney ailment spent much of the past ten years advocating on kydney related issues and promoting positive life changes.
“Over the past ten years, the Ladysmith born actor spent much of his time in trying to demystify issues relating to kidney disease and sugar diabetes while promoting positive lifestyle changes needed to cope with the diseases.” Mokhele said.
Ngubane’s is an acclaimed actor who took to the screens on many soapies like Isibaya, Generations and roles in movies.
“His acting spans more than three decades and his big break in the industry came with a breakthrough role as Cijimpi on Kwakhala Nyonini. His last prominent role was as Judas Ngwenya in Isibaya in 2020.” Mokhele also said
“As a family we wish to thank everyone for their continued and sustained support and the prayers for our beloved son whose battle with kidney failure & sugar diabetes had become an open secret over the years. We wish to mourn the passing of our beloved son in private and will communicate the funeral and other arrangements in due course,” said the family spokesperson.
Social media is ablaze with condolence messages, as Ngubane’s death has triggered memories that his vast fans can not easily let sink in.
Menzi is survived by his wife and two daughters, alegacy behind the screen that will not be easy to fullfil..
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