Actor Mfana Jones Hlophe's Last Post on Social Media Gets SA Talking
- Former Generations and Uzalo Mfana Jones Hlophe shared a clip on his social media account days before his death
- The actor's brother broke his silence about his death on Friday, 9 October 2026
- Industry colleagues and fans of the actor took to social media this week to remember him
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Legendary actor Mfana Jones Hlophe posted a video on his social media account a few days before he passed away on Wednesday, 8 October 2026.
Hlophe's family confirmed the actor's cause of death in a statement on Friday, 9 October 2026.
The actor posted a video on his TikTok account a week before he died on 8 October 2026.
In the video, the actor is heard praying, thanking God for protecting his family and for everything he has.
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South Africans comment on the video
Big Moose🦌 said:
"Life is really unpredictable. He didn't know he only had 8 days in October."
Ntokozo Dlamini replied:
"Phumula mfowethu noma kubuhlungu, mndeni ududuze wonke," (Rest in p
Mmamane said:
"His last prayer on earth yhooo heartbroken 💔 🙏🏽 😭."
Nkosie Mageba replied:
"Today I learnt how important it is to be grateful for each day you reach🙏. May his soul rest in peace."
Pineapple 🍍 house wrote:
"A week ago he was fine and praying, kanti what happened hle?"
Zolile said:
"At least he was close to God."
IgcokamaKazi responded:
"Ayiboo ushone nini nangu nje ebonga October?"
afikambono reacted:
"Laàpho kade ngibuka bethi ushone ngo August," (I thought he passed away in August).
THAMSANQA said:
"Ei yabona iksasa alaziwa ngampela, esekhuleke wabonga kangaka madoda."😔
SmileSamaMillion🥰🤭 replied:
"Guys, senizwephi ukuthi akasekho?🥹"
ntombentsha responded:
"Oh, iworry ebesendinayo ngawe thanks."
💀. said:
"RIP Malume!😭💔💔💔 Ulale ngokuphumula Thumbeza 😭💔🕊️."
Jacqueline reacted:
"Yoh, I wonder why videos of people start trending when they have passed away."
@sithembisomtshali176 wrote:
"Rest in eternal peace, my brother; you have served the industry well 🎭."
Grace Mashifane reacted:
"I'm sorry to his family and friends. Be strong; may his soul rest in peace. That is the sign that it is his last year to say goodbye in heaven."
user91939246920504 said:
"You fought your battle, Mr. Lala uphumule 😭."
Mavis May Ma Mbatha responded:
"Smomoza ami... May his soul rest peacefully in heaven's bosom, and the perpetual light shine upon him. May he find peace and serenity In The Arms Of The Angels and Watch Over His Family. How about Psalm 34 v 18: The Lord Is Close To The Brokenhearted and saves those that are crushed in spirit. Kubuhlungu 💔💔," (It hurts).
Kruger said:
"May your soul rest in peace, my friend."
Sabatha🧬Mavundla❣️ wrote:
"RIP, malume. You made us smile as we were growing; seeing you on our screens was very nice. We appreciate your acting. May your soul rest in peace🙏💔🕊."
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Ex-Generations star Athi Cwele announces engagement
In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that rising star Athi Cwele, who recently exited Generations: The Legacy, is officially engaged to be married.
The actor confirmed the news with a photo of him with his fiancée on his social media account on Thursday, 8 October 2026.
Industry colleagues and fans of Cwele took to his comment section to congratulate him.
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