RIP: Manaka Ranaka’s Daughter Katlego Has Passed Away, SA Pays Tribute
- Legendary Generations: The Legacy actress Manaka Ranaka is mourning the passing of her first daughter, Katlego Ranaka
- Manaka's daughter, Thandokuhle, confirmed on her social media account on Friday that her sister had died
- South Africans and industry friends have taken to social media to pay tribute to the rising star
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Manaka Ranaka's daughter, Thandokuhle Ranaka has confirmed that her sister, Katlego Ranaka has passed away.
It is unclear how the singer and actress Katlego Ranaka, who announced her pregnancy in 2020 passed away.
Thandokuhle shared a video of Katlego on her Instagram account on Saturday, 25 January 2025 evening and captioned the post:
The reality TV star said in the post that her late sister, Katlego, was her soul sista, first love, and angel.
Thandokuhle also reveals that her heart is broken and she's left with a wound that she doesn't know how to heal and she will always love her big sister.
The family revealed in a statement that the 24-year-old died on Thursday, 23 January 2025.
The Ranakas have also asked for respect of privacy during this difficult time and will communicate more details later.
The Generations: The Legacy actress Manaka Ranaka shared a video of a candle on her Instagram account on Friday. She also wrote on her Instagram story:
"God, I don't know your plans for me, but I trust you."
South Africans pay tribute to actress and singer
@JohnsonAwalle replied:
"Ohhh my heart bleeds for Manaka Ranaka. No mother deserves the pain she is going through now."
RefilweModiselle said:
"I’m so sorry Sis. Deeply. Sending all of you so much love in the tough time."
Knonkululeko wrote:
"You were the best mother you could have been to her Manaka. Remember that. Phephisa."
Simphybeing_koes replied:
"Ooooh Sesi. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May you God give you and your family strength and comfort through this season."
Michellesaunyama wote:
"Ngavele ngabanda isisu (the night became colder). My deepest condolences to you. Sending you lots of hugs."
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What you need to know about Manaka Ranaka
Manaka Ranaka, born Lebo Sekgobela on 6 April 1979, in Soweto, Johannesburg, discovered her passion for the arts during her time at Dinwiddie High School. Growing up in a creatively inclined family provided the foundation for her successful entertainment career.
Ranaka’s acting career began in 2000 with her role as Nandipha Sithole on the SABC 3 soap opera Isidingo. However, her portrayal of Lucy Diale in the long-running soap Generations: The Legacy solidified her status as a household name in South Africa.
The Ranaka family is filled with creative talent. Her parents, Kgotlaesele and Nonceba Ranaka played a significant role in shaping her artistic journey. Her siblings include Dineo Ranaka, Mpumi Ranaka, Ranaka Ranaka, and Mzingisi “Ziggy” Ranaka, while Michelle Ranaka, her sister-in-law, is also part of this gifted family network.
Manaka Ranaka criticises South African women
In more entertainment news, Briefly News reported in August 2024 that actress Manaka Ranaka slammed South African women.
In a scathing video, Ranaka dragged South African women who are willing to sell their identities to foreigners.
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