Wiseman Mncube Reacts to Thembinkosi Mthembu’s Shocking Death on ‘Shaka iLembe’
- Actor Wiseman Mncube reacted to King Dingiswayo's death on Shaka iLembe
- Portrayed by Thembinkosi Mthembu, the king was recently killed in one of the show's most emotionally charged episodes to date, leaving fans shattered over his unexpected send-off
- Heartbroken fans took to social media to voice their devastation while lashing out at Mncube for the brutal murder
Source: UGC
Wiseman Mncube was the last person fans expected to comment after Thembinkosi Mthembu's character died on Shaka iLembe.
What did Wiseman Mncube say about Thembinkosi Mthembu?
On Sunday, 27 July 2025, the second season of Shaka iLembe delivered a deeply moving episode with the death of King Dingiswayo.
The character, played by Thembinkosi Mthembu, received praise from fans and critics alike for the actor's performance and ability to bring life to the storyline, becoming integral to the show. Part of his bio reads:
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"King Dingiswayo was an inspirational leader, gifted strategist and skilled warrior known for his military prowess, wise counsel, and ability for diplomacy. He became a key mentor to Shaka and helped shape him into a great warrior and lauded leader."
He was tragically killed by King Zwide kaLanga after being captured.
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Reacting to the king's death was fellow actor Wiseman Mncube, who lauded his Shaka iLembe castmate with a humble "A king," on his Twitter (X) page on the day the episode aired.
The actor and musician portrayed the role of King Zwide kaLanga, an ambitious and powerful ruler of the Ndwandwe, known for his strategic mind and willingness to do anything to protect his kingdom.
His message to Mthembu's character contrasted with his previous actions on the show after killing Dingiswayo in cold blood.
King Dingiswayo's passing, recently predicted by Sol Phenduka, marked a significant turning point in the storyline, and fans now wonder what other plot twists it would reveal along the way:
Here's how South Africans reacted to King Dingiswayo's death
Devastated fans lashed out at Wiseman Mncube for posting about King Dingiswayo's passing, seemingly praising him, despite being the one who killed him:
BabsBali said:
"Your days are numbered! You and your whole witch-loving clan!"
WeGoAgain30 was devastated:
"I’ll never forgive you for this, Zwide KaLanga Mkatshwa!"
TheirUniverse_ wasn't happy:
"It's too soon to hear from you!"
Cyaah_01 wrote:
"Killing someone then posting them is wild, ZWIDE."
Source: Twitter
AluSuks warned:
"Your day is coming, wena nja. Shaka is coming for you."
WenzyDube posted:
"We are very angry at you, sir."
Lungz1ads1 also warned:
"We will deal with you for this! We are coming for you!!"
Fabthatolous was surprised:
"You're even posting his picture after killing him. You have no shame whatsoever."
Charles Kunutu's future on Skeem Saam worries fans
In an earlier report, Briefly News shared online reactions to Charles Kunutu's deteriorating health on Skeem Saam.
Fans wonder if the fan-favourite would be leaving after some devastating news was revealed on the show:
wandileg_ said:
"They can’t take Charles Kunutu away from us. They should also take the tuckshop; it's boring without him. Please bring him back."
Source: Briefly News
