SABC mourns actor, producer, presenter Akhumzi Jezile

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has sent its condolences to actor, producer and presenter Akhumzi Jezile’s family.

Jezile and four of his friends, including actor Thobani Mseleni and singer Siyasanga Kobese, died in a head-on collision on the N6 between Komani and Jamestown in the Eastern Cape in the early hours of Saturday morning.

In a statement the broadcaster says it has received the news of his passing with great shock and sadness.

“On behalf of the Board, management and staff of the SABC, we would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the Jezile family, friends and fans of Akhumzi.”

Akhumzi started his career in broadcasting industry at a very young age. He presented one of South Africa’s most loved programme for children, Yo-TV on SABC 1. Akhumuzi’s passion’s for the arts saw him expanding his craft and getting into acting and producing various programmes.

His work includes acting on the popular, Khululeka Siyavota, an educational drama which focused on issues around voter education and democracy.

He also featured on Tempy Pusha on SABC 1 where he scooped the South African Film & Television Award (SAFTA) for best supporting actor in a TV Drama for his role as Ngulube. At the time of his death, Akhumuzi was a Producer for Live Amp series on SABC 1.

“The SABC is proud to have been associated with Akhumuzi throughout the years; he practically grew up and spent his entire life on SABC television.”

The SABC has also extended its gratitude to the Jezile family “for allowing Akhumzi to be part of the great men and women who have dedicated their lives to using their time to keep South African educated, informed and educated through their talent. He will be deeply missed.”

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