Picture: The award-winning actor, Presley Chweneyagae
By OBAKENG MAJE
27 May 2025- The heartfelt condolences messages continue to pour in after the sudden death of South African actor, Presley Chweneyagae. Chweneyagae died in the early hours of Tuesday at his home in Pretoria aged 40.
The North West MEC for Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation, Virginia Tlhapi said they have learnt with a deep shock about the passing on of celebrated thespian, Presley Chweneyagae. Tlhapi said as a department, they extend their sympathies and support to the family, friends and the broader movie and theatre industry.
“This is a sad day for all of us as Chweneyagae’s talent was celebrated here and beyond. A son of the North West and an inspiration to the youth across the country, Chweneyagae cut his artistic teeth at the legendary Mmabana Sports, Arts and Culture Foundation in Mahikeng.
“We are proud to say he was a willing supporter of the work done at his alma mater, which is an arm of the department. He will be remembered for his warm personality and a sense of humour,” she said.
Tlhapi further said as the North West arts community, they are proud to have exported to the world such incredible talent. She added that his legacy will be that of an inspiration and motivation to the youth, not only in the province, but beyond the provincial and national borders.
“May his family and friends draw comfort in knowing that he lived a life with purpose and left an indelible mark in the artistic path he travelled with so many,” said Tlhapi.
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