Sannah McHunu and More SA Stars React to Veteran Actress Nandi Nyembe’s Death
- Popular Generations: The Legacy actress Sannah Mchunu is heartbroken by the passing of legendary actress Nandi Nyembe
- In April 2025, Mchunu made headlines for assisting Nyembe with groceries. She has now reacted to Nyembe's passing.
- South Africans took to social media on Sunday, 24 August 2025, to pay tribute to the veteran actress, who turned 75 on 19 August 2025
Source: Instagram
Icala actress Sannah Mchunu is saddened by the death of award-winning actress Nandi Nyembe, who passed away on Saturday, 23 August 2025.
Mchunu, who recently joined the cast of SABC1's soapie Generations: The Legacy, responded to Nyembe's death on her social media account shortly after the news broke.
The former Gomora actress reacted to Nyembe's passing on her Instagram account on Sunday, 24 August 2025.
Reality TV star LanConco and actresses Manaka Ranaka and Zenande Mfenyana reacted with a broken heart emoji to the post.
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The actress's reaction comes after she shared Nyembe's struggles on her social media accounts in April 2025.
The late veteran made headlines earlier this year when a video of her using a wheelchair due to knee problems went viral on social media.
Mchunu touched South Africans when she assisted Nyembe, who shared that she was experiencing financial challenges after exhausting her savings.
Mchunu starred opposite the late veteran actress on Mzansi Magic's hit drama series Icala, where Nyembe played the role of Gogo Twala in seasons 1 and 2.
South Africans react to Mchunu's post
LadieBlack reacted:
"I saw a post on TikTok and I immediately thought of you😢. I am sending you love and hugs, mommy❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Rest well, Mam Nandi🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️."
MantwaM commented:
"I am so sorry, dear, my condolences❤️."
Owami_ wrote:
"She left as a happy girl because of what you guys did! Let’s celebrate her life."
MsNjekwa reacted:
"I am so sorry, please accept my heartfelt condolences 💔."
ZazaLechelele said:
"May her humble soul rest in peace, uphumulile kodwa yazi," (she fought hard). 😢😢
MakaSips wrote:
"I saw it and immediately thought of you. Xolo (I am sorry), mommy. Kodwa, (but) take heart in that you made her feel special and happy in her last days.🙌🏾Condolences to her family and friends🕊️."
Actress @Zenande_Mcfen wrote on her X account:
"I remember during my pregnancy how she fondly held my hand and told me that I shouldn’t let just anyone stroke my belly. I feel like I personally failed you, Mam’Nandi, and I’m sorry I didn’t do more 💔."
@Lin_da28 said:
"Oh, one of the best legends in the acting the industry. May her soul RIP and rise in the glory of God🙏."
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Sannah Mchunu provides an update on Nandi Nyembe's recovery
In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that actress Sana Mchunu provided an update on Nandi Nyembe’s progress after spending time with the veteran.
South African star Nyembe had reportedly fallen on hard times financially and has been assisted by Mchunu and fellow South African celebrities.
Local netizens reacted on social media to praise Mchunu, saying they were amazed by the progress Nyembe has made.
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