Meme Ditshego’s cause of death revealed

The family of veteran actress, Meme Ditshego, have disclosed her cause of death.

Meme passed away on June 25 at the age of 60, leaving many in shock while the entertainment industry mourns yet another loss. She is known for the characters she played on Ga Re Dumele, Cobrizi, The Coconuts, Muvhango, Skeem Saam and 7 De Laan, to name a few.

According to the Daily Sun, the legendary actress succumbed to a short illness. A source to the publication revealed that Meme complained about pains a week before she passed away at a local hospital.

Her death was confirmed by her agency, Eye Media Artists and tributes continued to pour in for the late, award-winning actress. Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela also took to his X (formerly Twitter) page to share the sad news.

RIP:

Meme Ditshego

Actress Meme Ditshego has passed away. #RIPMemeDitshego pic.twitter.com/BZbls7PzAg

— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 26, 2025

With Netflix sharing their condolences on their X page.

Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the talented Meme Ditshego ❤️.

Rest in Power 🕊️.#RIPMemeDitshego pic.twitter.com/TF2QGvWlIt

— NetflixSA (@NetflixSA) June 26, 2025

Condolences poured in for the veteran actress.

May Her soul rest in eternal peace, my deepest condolences to Her family and friends 🕯🕯🕯#RIPMemeDitshego🕊🕊🕊🕊 pic.twitter.com/khE4WHJHuk

— ❤️Reitumetse❤️ (@HendriccahM) June 26, 2025

FAREWELL
Meme Ditshego may your memory be a blessing and your legacy will always live in our hearts🕊️🕊️😭 #RIPMemeDitshego pic.twitter.com/S9kKuI2B43

— Thuto 🇿🇦🇿🇦 (@THUTO2410) June 27, 2025

Coconuts on @MNet in 2008-,2009 can’t be and undone. Your library of work is amazing, your comic timing was blessed. Thank you. #RIPMemeDitshego #HashatsiReports

— Zola Hashatsi ka Motsiri (@zola_hashatsi) June 26, 2025

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