Shabangu changed many lives with his gift, mourners told
Arts fraternity hails talented actor
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Actor Mncedisi Baldwin Shabangu was naturally gifted and respected his African roots.
Shabangu, 49, who died earlier this week, was remembered at a memorial service held at KaNyamazane, outside Mbombela, Mpumalanga, on Wednesday.
His brother Mthokozisi Shabangu said Shabangu was a people's person who was celebrated by the community of KaNyamazane and across the country.
“We are here to celebrate his life, not to cry.” said Mthokozisi.
Arts colleagues Charles Phasha and Vuyisile Mshudulu paid tribute to Shabangu, saying he was talented.
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Mshudulu said Shabangu changed many lives with his gift.
“He had a gift in music and sometimes you would be conflicted on which [he was strong at] between his storytelling and music. He understood South African music.
“He was a person who would be always prepared for any set. He passed on peacefully as he was a peaceful person and we are here to show the family that it is not only them who lost a son but we also lost a friend and a teacher,” said Mshudulu.
Shabangu will be buried in KaNyamazane on Saturday. The service will be held at Alliance Church.
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