Leleti Khumalo reacts to the death of her ex-husband Mbongeni Ngema who died in a car accident on Wednesday.
The legend died after being attended by doctors at Adelaide and OR Tambo Memorial Hospital in Mbizana in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday after following a car crash involving a truck on the R61.
The actress released a statement on her social media account; she paid tribute to the late star and expressed condolences to his family.
“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. May his soul rest in peace.”