By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
25 August 2025 – The Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture said it has learnt with shock the passing of legendary actress, Nandi Nyembe on Sunday. The committee sent its deep heartfelt condolences to the family, industry and the general public.
The Chairperson of the Committee, Joe McGluwa said it is sad that South Africa has lost this giant of television, film and theatre. McGluwa said Nyembe is departing with a wealth of experience, which has benefited many and should have benefited many more.
“The family announced the sad news on Sunday. Nyembe passed after a long illness and had been wheelchair bound for a while. Her passing is a loss to the industry and to the country. This is a person we have come to accept as a mother, aunt, sister and many other things from our television screens.
“Nyembe passed old age but it feels she was way younger and hence this news shocked us. She played in such illustrious productions as Yizo Yizo, Zone 12, and Soul City. She was 75 at the time of her passing,” he said.
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