Actor and filmmaker Connie Ferguson will be launching a foundation in honour of her late husband Shona next month.

The Ferguson Foundation will be launched on 5 August, according to an announcement on Tuesday by The Queen producer.

 

 

 

“The Ferguson Foundation Gala Launch, in loving memory of our co-founder Shona Ferguson, will be held on Friday 5 August 2022. I am looking forward to having you join us in the fruition of this vision and celebration of the life of a true visionary of empowerment and upliftment,” Connie wrote on her Instagram account.

Shona died from Covid-19-related complications at the Milpark Hospital in July 2021 at the age of 47. He was a renowned actor and producer.

Singer Nomfundo Moh will be performing at the launch.

On its website, The Ferguson Foundation describes itself as an independent programme dedicated to supporting disadvantaged individuals within African society with the aim of empowering them in business, education and film.

The foundation will also sponsor university fees for five students from disadvantaged families and will fund them throughout their undergraduate programmes until they graduate.

“If I can motivate one person with this post, my job is done. It’s not about likes or comments. I just want to reach that one person who needs a little encouragement & say this to you; GOD LOVES YOU,” Ferguson wrote.