The Family of Nandi Nyembe Announces Her Memorial and Funeral Services
- Veteran actress Nandi Nyembe's family confirmed on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, that her memorial service will be held on Thursday, 28 August 2025, and her funeral will take place on Saturday, 30 August 2025
- Award-winning actress Sannah Mchunu, who starred opposite Nyembe in Icala, shared the details on her Instagram account this week
- South Africans took to social media on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, to share to bid farewell to their favourite actress
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Nandi Nyembe's family had South Africans talking on social media on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, when they confirmed her memorial and funeral services.
The memorial service of the actress, who passed away due to a long-term illness, will be held on Thursday, 28 August 2025.
The funeral service of Nyembe, who previously opened up about her burial and death, will be held on Saturday, 30 August 2025.
Actress Sannah Mchunu shared the memorial and funeral details of the veteran actress on her Instagram account on Tuesday, 26 August 2025.
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Nyembe's memorial service will begin at 11:00 and end at 15:00, and will take place on Thursday, 28 August 2025, at the Market Theatre in New Town.
The former Jacob Cross star will be buried on Saturday, 30 August 2025, from 7:00 to 10:00. The family shared that the venue for Nyembe's funeral service will be confirmed as soon as possible.
SA responds to the actress's death
@Zodwaonly responded:
"May her soul rest in peace. She will be remembered for her good storytelling and great works. Siyabonga, Mam Nyembe❤️.This industry is harsh. She embraced it, but it didn’t love her back."
@ZolekaMaseko15 wrote:
"My deepest condolences to the Nyembe Family and all who admired Mam’ Nandi Nyembe. Her legacy in the arts will forever inspire and live on. 🌹🖤."
@BrandonLorenzo replied:
"Thank you for your amazing contribution to the South African Arts industry. We will always remember you in Soul City and Zone 14. May you rest in eternal peace🕊️."
@bonnymfene told Gayton McKenzie:
"With all due respect, Mr Minister, did the family sanction your announcement of her passing? I may not be aware of the behind the scenes, hence my question, humbly."
Former Generations actor @Hasaling asked McKenzie:
"How many more actors will pass on until you step up to regulate the industry, which s*cks their souls dry for profit."
@sipsboii commented:
"May her soul rest in eternal peace 🕊️🪦. It’s heartbreaking that now the media and production houses will celebrate her career with tributes, yet when Mam’ Nandi Nyembe cried out about unpaid royalties and exploitation."
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Zenande Mfenyana feels like she failed Nandi Nyembe
In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that former Ashes to Ashes actress Zenande Mfenyana paid tribute to legendary actress Nandi Nyembe, who died on Saturday, 23 August 2025.
The talented star took to her social media accounts over the weekend to respond to Nyembe's passing and to post about their time together.
South Africans took to social media on Sunday, 24 August 2025, to comfort the former Generations actress.
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