The body of the late Sarafina! song composer, Mbongeni Ngema has allegedly been released from the mortuary and has been sent to his family – this comes after the acclaimed award-winning artist and South African playwright died earlier this week.

RIP: MBONGENI NGEMA’S BODY SENT BACK TO HIS FAMILY
The 68-year-old iconic veteran playwright, musician, composer, and choreographer who is best known for his work in the award-winning movie Sarafina! died on Wednesday, 27 December in a fatal car accident on his way back from attending a funeral service in Mbizana in the Eastern Cape, Sunday World reported.

A family statement announcing his death was released on social media on Wednesday evening and it read: “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, father, husband, and 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.”

 

 

According to ZiMoja, the Eastern Cape Department of Health confirmed that Ngema’s body was released to his family on Thursday, 28 December. On Friday, 29 December, the department was quoted as saying, “An autopsy was conducted and his body was released to the family. The body is now en route to KwaZulu Natal.”

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TikTok users praised Mbongeni Ngema after seeing him cook liver. Image via Twitter @Gl_lrvchd
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According to TshisaLIVE, the Eastern Cape police said they were investigating a case of culpable homicide after the accident that occurred at about 4.30 pm in the Mbizana area, allegedly involving a white Renault sedan and a truck.

“The three people were rushed to hospital for treatment. The deceased [Mbongeni Ngema], who was one of the passengers who succumbed to his injuries at the hospital, and the other two including the driver are still at the hospital,” Lt-Col Siphokazi Mawisa was quoted as saying.

AKA’s daughter, Kairo Forbes, penned a heartfelt birthday message to her mother, DJ Zinhle.

Kairo Orbes had been having a tough month since her father’s death earlier this year.

 

 

Thanks to DJ Zinhle, Kairo had been getting better and better and even making strides business-wise.

She signed several ambassadorial roles as an influencer and won some awards.

All this work and success is down to her mother, the birthday girl who had been by her side.

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Kairo Forbes wished her a happy birthday and expressed how much she loved her.

Indeed, that was more like it, as she took it to her Instagram with a picture of them together.

“I love you Mom, happy birthday! 🎉”

As Kairo Forbes penned a heartfelt and emotional birthday tribute to her mother, her grandmother did so.

Lynn Forbes’ birthday tribute to her son’s baby mama left many fans shocked by their relationship.

“Happy birthday Zinhle. May your journey continue to be blessed each and every day 🤗🎉💕” Lynn said.

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All this showed the person DJ Zinhle is, as those close to her appreciated her much.

Undoubtedly, DJ Zinhle and Murdah Bomgz are becoming a powerful couple going up and up.

Murdah’s tribute to his wife was even more emotional, which was at least expected by all.FANS WISH ZINHLE HAPPY DAY
After Kairo Forbes wished her mother, DJ Zinhle, a happy birthday, many fans wished her more.

Lebo Malatsi “@lynnforbesza you are incredible being happy birthday Zinhle😍”

UrtieblogCorner “🔥 Happy birthday Queen! Such inspiration #keepslaying @djzinhle”

Seasoned actress and Mbongeni Ngema’s ex-wife Leleti Khumalo has paid tribute to the late celebrated composer, choreographer and playwright.

 
The 68-year-old died on 27 December 2023 on the R61 in a horrific car accident in the Eastern Cape.Despite her untimely death, South Africans have paid tribute to the actor. Taking to Instagram, Leleti Khumalo joined a host of celebrities with a heartfelt tribute.

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The press release reads, “We are deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic death of Mbongeni Ngema. He was a pioneer of protest theatre and has left a rich legacy in the theatre world.”“At this sad time, we send our profound condolences to his family and in the tradition of our culture, we would like to give them the space to grieve. May the Lord give them strength as they come to terms with this immense loss.”

Her press release has gained thousands of comments and reactions since it dropped on the internet. Over the years, Mbongeni Ngema has been credited for thrusting a host of seasoned actors into the limelight, including Leleti Khumalo, through his award-winning film Sarafina!.THEIR FAILED RELATIONSHIP
Against her fame, Leleti Khumalo went on to tie the knot with Ngema before calling it quits after 14 years. However, in recent years, she has opened up about her failed marriage, which was marred with alleged abuse.

In one of her interviews with ‘The Close Up’ in 2014, she dived her marital woes, and the video has since resurfaced in the background of Mbongeni Ngema’s untimely death.

Moroka Swallows star midfielder Andile Jali’s video singing and dancing with his new lover impressed fans.

Andile Jali has made many headlines with his relationships in recent years.His marriage and relationship with Nonhle Ndala thrilled many fans in the country.

With their expensive lifestyle, living in a massive mansion, many fans thought they would be the next power couple.

 

 

Unfortunately, they failed to pass the test of time, and they divorced in 2020.Their divorce left many fans heartbroken as they blamed Nonhle for letting Andile down.

Many fans saw his performances dropping and blamed her, but others never took sides.A few weeks ago, Andile Jali showed her new lover to his fans on Instagram, and they welcomed him with warm hands.

Many immediately saw that she was what they described as a proper woman.

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Indeed, it’s been a big celebration, and it seems Andile and his new lover are deeply in love.

Together, they found time to dance and sing along to some excellent songs while showing each other some love.After Andile Jali and his new lover sang and danced, many fans loved it, celebrating their love.

Mandla Sithole “His under influence aikhona I don’t buy it”

zenzo “Avoid marrying slay queen if you want to be happy, lk hm now happy mn”

Mother Of Troy “Getting drunk with your person is top tier guys 😂😂”

thu2s “Wait was he not married to that other lady ejimayo? 😬😬”

@Shakingmyhead “Why do people record themselves when they are drunk them post knowing very well with the profession they are in they will be judged smh drink privately stop posting”

Bukhosi “Jalil could’ve been at the top top,but ke he chose Alcohol”

Ndlombango ka Tomase “This goes to show that he’s at Swallows just for the love of the game, he really doesn’t need their money.”

Veteran model Basetsana Khumalo’s dancing video with his sons while doing the dishes impressed fans.

It’s been a great few days as many families get together to celebrate Christmas as one. This was exactly what the legendary model did with his family; they had a great time together.

 

 

 

 

The family cooked and ate delicious food, but the dishes needed to be cleaned. Surprisingly, Basetsana Khumalo had her sons doing dishes, leaving some fans happy while some disagreed.

In most African cultural societies, doing dishes was a duty for ladies, not men.

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Some fans still imagined this as they thought Basetsana did not raise her sons properly.

Indeed, this fan did not agree with DJ Zinhle, who also wanted to raise her songs as Basetsana did.

“This is precisely the mom I am tryna be 😂😍This is exactly the mom I am tryna be 😂😍

Basetsana Khumalo son dancing
Basetsana Khumalo. Image via Instagram @basetsanakumalo
BASETSANA KHUMALO’S DANCING WITH HIS SONS DOING DISHES DIVIDES FANS
One thing is for sure: the family was so happy together, and doing the dishes for the family did not bother the boys.

The joy they showed, dancing with their mother while they did the dishes, showed that it was not the first time.

Surely, Basetsana had groomed them that way, even though some fans found it off.

Sharing on her Instagram, Basetsana even asked fans not to judge them because it was their family thing.

“So when #MamaOfTheTribe tries to get her groove on…please don’t judge 🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿”

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MZANSI REACTS
As Basetsana Khumalo shared her dancing video with his sons doing dishes, many fans loved it, but some disagreed.

Nada Wotshela “I love that the dishes are still getting washed…😂😂😂❤️”

TUMISHO MASHA “Beautiful family moment😍 Don’t worry about the moves we’re now at an age where the mind says one thing and the body does it’s own thing 😂😂😂”

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Tumelo “Those guys have never been at black clubs with those snow bunny moves 😭😭😂🇿🇦🙌🏼 Y’all been missing out on the trips to Soweto ghetto”

Nondumiso Mchunu ” Mazibuko” ♥️ “😂😂😂😂😂Looooool it is so nice but my brother at the end guys ayiii they will kill me 😂😂😂😂😂😂”

Mmaserufe glory ndlovu “No we have to judge 😂😂😂😂 … beautiful”