Chweneyagae was not just a talented actor but a cultural icon in the North West
The internationally acclaimed talent died on Tuesday at the age of 40.
JOHANNESBURG - The North West provincial government has begun engaging stakeholders as preparations to lay renowned South African actor, Presley Chweneyagae, to rest begin.
The internationally-acclaimed talent died on Tuesday at the age of 40.
Chweneyagae was born in the North West in 1984, and the provincial government has committed to honouring his contribution to the country’s cultural and arts heritage.
Acting Premier, Kenetswe Mosenogi has joined the country in mourning the award-winning actor and has urged fans to celebrate Chweneyagae’s legacy.
Spokesperson, Sello Tatai said, "Chweneyagae was not just a talented actor but a cultural icon whose contribution to the country’s arts and entertainment fraternity will be remembered for years to come".
Mosenogi maintains Chweneyagae, affectionately known as ‘Cobreezy wa le ezzy’ was a proud product of the North West province and honed his craft at Mmabana, in Mahikeng, where his passion for dramatic arts flourished.