Renowned Ukhozi FM Presenter and founder of the Crown Gospel Awards, Zanele Mbokazi has sadly passed away. Zanele Mbokazi was diagnosed with Lung Cancer after falling sick Live on air during her gospel Show Eshilo. She was then rushed to hospital after experiencing shortness of breath where she was diagnosed with lung cancer soon after her hospital admission and had to undergo a minor surgery earlier this year.
Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule was born on November 7, 1971, in Durban Kwazulu-Natal. She was married to Bishop Mpendulo Nkambule who confirmed the news of her passing earlier this morning, that she passed away at Parklands Hospital I’m Durban. Zanele Mbokazi leaves behind her husband and children whom one of them plays a role on “Sibongile & the dlamini. Yolanda was celebrated by her mom for getting a good role.
Her husband, Bishop Mpendulo Nkambule, confirmed the tragic news on X.
“She departed to be with the Lord; early hours of 12 August 2024, at Parklands Hospital. We are grateful for all the prayers, love, and support we received throughout her illness. The family would appreciate privacy as we navigate this challenging time,” Bishop Mpendulo Nkambule said.
Mbokazi was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. Since going public with her health issues, she had an outpouring of support from fans and media personalities.
Mbokazi reportedly started getting sick in April this year and underwent surgery after experiencing shortness of breath.
Mpendulo Nkambule, shared the news of her cancer diagnosis on Ukhozi FM, where Mbokazi hosted the gospel show, Eshilo, on Sundays.
Tributes are pouring in for the loved powerful woman, who was a good speaker and coach. A woman who loved God. An Icon.
