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IOL News
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Presley Chweneyagae's family confirms natural causes behind his passing
Presley Chweneyagae was an actor and director, known for his work on "Tsotsi", "The River" and "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom". Sigudla added that paramedics were called to his residence after he struggled to breathe, and the family is grateful for their professionalism. Unfortunately, it was too late. Family spokesperson Mzwakhe Sigudla clarified to the media that the actor's death was natural, stating, "We want to put the record straight that it was a natural death as far as we are concerned. The family of the late actor Presley Chweneyagae informed the media that he died due to natural causes, with no suspicion of foul play. The talented actor became a household name for his work in the critically acclaimed film "Tsotsi," which won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film in 2006, as well as in "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom". Friends and family of the award-winning actor have gathered outside his house in Pretoria North following the announcement of his death. "The River" creator Phathutshedza Makwarela and thespian John Kani were seen at the actor's home. Makwarela speaking to media comforted the actor's fans, praising his immense talent. He described the actor as being full of love to every single person, how he would tease and have a nickname for everyone. "To be in his presence was to experience love. The hours were long, and he was not as jovial as you might think Cobrizi was sometimes, he would be very quiet before shooting and sometimes you would think he wouldn't be able to do those things but as soon as the camera starts shooting the talent and magic comes alive." Actor Ontshiametse Molekoa, who starred with the actor on "The River" speaking to media shared how he last saw the actor a month ago and he was looking healthy. "He was my role model, father, someone I would go to for advice on a lot of things I met him when I was nine years old, he took me to my first drama class. He is everything to me, I can't even think of my life without having a leader. It hits hard." Heartfelt condolences have poured in following the actor's death, his 'Tsots' co-star Terry Pheto who has not posted on her Instagram feed since 2022, paid tribute to the actor in a post.
The South African
30-04-2025
- The South African
Police offer R50 000 reward in Kraaifontein principal's murder
Western Cape police are offering a reward of up to R50 000 for information that could help them find the killers of Dr Jeff P. Sigudla, the principal of Ekuthuleni Primary School, who was gunned down outside the school in Kraaifontein on 23 January 2025. According to IOL, attackers ambushed Dr Sigudla and his wife at the school gate as they arrived in their white Mahindra. Gunmen opened fire on the couple, killing the 54-year-old principal at the scene. The attackers shot his wife in the leg and she was rushed to the hospital. According to a witness, the principal had just arrived when the shooting began. 'After the first shots, the car rolled to a stop. Then the attackers walked up to the vehicle and continued firing.' The shooting unfolded in front of pupils, leaving many traumatised. The education department has since deployed counsellors to support staff and learners. Provincial Serious and Violent Crimes detectives are leading the investigation. Police confirmed that three unidentified men opened fire on the victims before fleeing in an unknown vehicle. As part of efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice, police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Authorities are offering a reward of up to R50 000 to anyone who helps secure arrests and convictions. Contact Warrant Officer Bradley Davids at 082 778 7345, or call Crime Stop at 08600 10111. Information can also be submitted anonymously via the My SAPS App. Police have guaranteed full confidentiality. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
