The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture commiserates with the sector on the passing of Menzi Ngubane and Noxolo Maqashalala
Minister Nathi Mthethwa is deeply saddended by the passing of Noxolo Maqashalala (44) and Menzi Ngubane (56). The sector has been robbed at a time when there is so much tension and stress in the industry due to the economic collapse and already existing challenges within the industry.
Minister Nathi Mthethwa said, “South Africa and the world have lost two phenomenal thespians. Menzi Ngubane was an icon, an acting officionado who used his voice and his influence to demystify issues on kidney disease and sugar diabetes, while promoting positive lifestyle changes. He was a well known and well loved public figure who left an ineffaceable mark on the South African arts landscape.”
While mourning the loss of Menzi Ngubane, the sector was dealt a double blow with news of the death of Noxolo Maqashalala, one of South Africa’s greatest actresses of our time.
Minister Mthethwa went on to say “Many will remember Maqashalala for her lead role as Viwe in the 2003 SABC1 youth drama series Tsha Tsha. She also appeared on Generations, Rhythm City and Intersexions. She was a sterling performer who gave her best at every role that she took on.”
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture extends its condolensces to the family, friends and fans of these two iconic artists. May their souls rest in peace.
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