Mbongeni Ngema, a celebrated South African playwright, actor, and cultural icon, died at the age of 68. In a statement, his family verified his death, confirming that Ngema died in a head-on accident while returning from a funeral in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, on the evening of Wednesday, December 27, 2023.
Mbongeni Ngema wife
Mbongeni Ngema formerly married South African actress Leleti Khumalo from 1992 to 2005, when they divorced. Leleti, who was born on March 30, 1970, rose to prominence for her major part in the film and stage play “Sarafina!” In 2020, Ngema’s ex-wife, Xoliswa Nduneni-Ngema, published memoirs detailing alleged abuse and rape involving Ngema.
Mbongeni Ngema children
Mbongeni Ngema, a seasoned South African writer and singer, has several children from various relationships, however, the exact number is unknown.
Nkosenye Ngema is one of them, having embraced his father’s musical tradition and carved out a career in the entertainment sector, particularly in music.
Mbongeni Ngema parents
Following his death, Mbongeni Ngema has been in the spotlight. There is currently no information available on his parents (name, date of birth, age, and occupation).
Mbongeni Ngema siblings
Mbongeni Ngema never revealed anything about his siblings, leaving their identities and existence secret to the general public.
His legacy lives on in the stories he recounted and the cultural riches he shared with audiences all over the world, making an everlasting stamp on the South African artistic landscape.
