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South African playwright and musician, Mbongeni Ngema has passed away on Wednesday evening. He was 68.

Ngema died in while returning from attending a funeral in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape.

He was a passenger in the vehicle.

The news of his passing was confirmed by Ngema family spokesperson Abbey Makoe.

Ngema was best known for his award-winning works which include Sarafina and Woza Albert.

Ngema leaves behind a legacy that resonates with the spirit of resistance during the challenging times of apartheid and the liberation struggle. Renowned for his award-winning works, including iconic pieces like “Sarafina” and “Woza Albert,” Ngema’s contributions to the arts were not only prolific but also influential.

World-acclaimed legend, Mbongeni Ngema diesHe was also one of the vocal arrangers for Disney’s animated film, The Lion King.

His family also confirmed his death via a statement.

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, father, husband and a patriot, Mbongeni Ngema.

“Ngema was killed in a head-on car accident whilst returning from attending a funeral in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape this evening,” they wrote.

The family said they would share details about the funeral arrangement in the coming days.

“The Ngema family, colleagues and friends are deeply devastated about Ngema’s passing. The family will share further details about the funeral arrangements in due course,” they continued.

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As Khwalo funeral services we are saddened by the passing of our beloved brother, father, husband and a patriot, Mbongeni Ngema.
Ngema was killed in a head-on car accident whilst returning from attending a funeral in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape this evening. He was a passenger in the vehicle.
Ngema is a renowned playwright, actor, choreographer, composer and singer.
He is best known for his award-winning works that include Sarafina and Woza Albert. Among his many hit songs is Stimela sa se Zola. An entertaining artist of note.
May his soul rest in peace

 

 

 

 

Musician, composer, choreographer and playwright Mbongeni Ngema has died.

A statement shared by his family confirmed he died on Wednesday evening in a head-on car accident whilst returning from attending a funeral in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape.Ngema was 68.

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, father, husband, and patriot, Mbongeni Ngema. He was a passenger in the vehicle,” read the statement.

“Ngema is a renowned playwright, actor, choreographer, composer, and singer. He is best known for his award-winning works which include Sarafina and Woza Albert,” read the statement from the family.

Ngema also became a household name for numerous hit songs, including Stimela sa se Zola.

The Ngema family said they were devastated by his passing and said details on his funeral would be shared soon.

In 2018, Ngema expressed joy at knowing that his work would outlive him.

A part of his legacy includes him discovering and mentoring many South African actors who have become household names in the industry.”What frustrates me the most is that young artists don’t want to learn from us who have been in this industry for a while. I remember when I started out I learnt so much from Gibson Kente,” Ngema said at the time.

“I decided to go live at his house to learn how he wrote music and everything about him. I don’t see enough young people wanting to learn. I feel like the thirst to learn is lacking in today’s generation.”

Legendary South African actor ,musician and producer Dr Mbongeni Ngema has passed away. Ngema was involved in a tragic car accident this evening. He acted in the popular movie Sarafina.
#RIPMbongeni

 

 

 
Date: 27 December 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, father, husband and a patriot, Mbongeni Ngema.
in a head-on car accident whilst returning from attending a funeral in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape this evening.
He was a passenger in the vehicle.
Ngema is a renouned playwright, actor, choreographer, composer and singer.
He is best known for his award-winning works that include Sarafina and Woza Albert. Among his many hit songs is Stimela sa se Zola. An entertaining artist of note, Ngema’s works reflected the spirit of resistance during the Westwood’s of apartheid and liberation struggle.
The Ngema family, colleagues and friends are deeply devastated about Ngema’s passing.. The family will share further details about the funeral arrangements in due course.
For more information please contact the Ngema family spokespersons Nhlanhla Ngema on

Mbongeni Ngema, STIMELA SASEZOLA HIT MAKER IS NO MORE
Ngema was involved in a tragic car accident this evening according to reports. A prolific actor and producer who wrote the highly acclaimed musical Sarafina.”It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, father, husband and a patriot, Mbongeni Ngema,” said family spokespersons Nhlanhla Ngema.
Ngema was ent whilst returning from attending a funeral in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape this evening.

 

 

 

 

 

 

He was a passenger in the vehicle. Ngema is a renouned playwright, actor, choreographer, composer and singer.
He is best known for his award-winning works that include Sarafina and Woza Albert. Among his many hit songs is Stimela sa se Zola.
An entertaining artist of note, Ngema’s works reflected the spirit of resistance during the Westwood’s of apartheid and liberation struggle.
“The Ngema family, colleagues and friends are deeply devastated about Ngema’s passing. The family will share further details about the funeral arrangements in due course,” said Nhlanhla.

The family said in a statement, “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, father, husband, and a patriot, Mbongeni Ngema. Ngema was killed in a head-on car accident while returning from attending a funeral in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape this evening. He was a passenger in the vehicle.”