Mncedisi Baldwin Shabangu, a renowned actor, director, and playwright, has passed away. Mncedisi Baldwin Shabangu, a celebrated actor, director, and playwright, has passed away. Shabangu is most known for his role as Khulekani Ngobese on the TV show Rhythm City, although he has also been in The Lab and Home Sweet Home.

 
Rest in Peace: ‘Rhythm City’ star Mcendisi Shabangu dead at 53

He appeared in various theater performances, including Call us Crazy, Orpheus, Secret Agenda, and Ways of Dying. At the Market Theatre, Shabangu oversaw the staging of plays such as Kanyamazane, Wangesheya-Wangesheya, and Vuka Machel. Fana Mokoena, a seasoned performer and politician, called Shabangu “a cornerstone of black arts in our times.”

“This is a sad setback for artistic action. I’m crushed. No words. Peace be with you, my brother. Rest for all of the revolutionary time. Shabangu, Mncedisi. Your name is engraved in our hearts by history. Salute.” Since the news of his passing broke, condolences have poured in for the actor, 53.