The South African broadcasting industry is mourning the loss of Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule, a veteran broadcaster and the visionary behind the Crown Gospel Awards, who passed away on Monday, 12 August 2024. Her passing at Parklands Hospital in Durban comes just a few months after she was diagnosed with lung cancer in May. As her family, friends, colleagues, and fans prepare to say their final goodbyes, here are the details for her memorial and funeral services.
Memorial Service: Celebrating the Life of a Trailblazer
Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule’s memorial service will be held on Thursday, 15 August 2024, at the GNF Durban station. The service is open to the public, and all those whose lives were touched by her work and her presence are invited to join in commemorating her life. The memorial will be a time to reflect on her remarkable contributions to the broadcasting world and her unwavering dedication to the gospel music industry through the Crown Gospel Awards.
Date: Thursday, 15 August 2024
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: GNF Durban Station
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Funeral Service: A Final Farewell
Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule will be laid to rest on Saturday, 17 August 2024. The funeral service will take place at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC), a fitting venue for a woman who was a giant in her field and left an indelible mark on South Africa’s cultural landscape. The service will be attended by family, friends, and industry peers, who will gather to pay their final respects to a beloved icon.
Date: Saturday, 17 August 2024
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: Durban International Convention Centre
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Remembering Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule
Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule’s passing marks the end of an era in South African broadcasting and gospel music. Her legacy, however, will live on through the Crown Gospel Awards and the countless lives she influenced through her work. Known for her passion, grace, and unyielding commitment to excellence, Zanele leaves behind a rich legacy that will continue to inspire future generations.
Her family has requested privacy during this difficult time but has expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from the public. They have also encouraged those attending the memorial and funeral services to wear white, symbolizing peace and the celebration of a life well-lived.
As we come together to remember Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule, let us honor her by continuing to uplift and support the arts, just as she did throughout her extraordinary career.
Rest in peace, Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule. Your light will forever shine in our hearts.