#ICYMI: TV and radio presenter Akhumzi Jezile has died

It is being widely reported this evening that the former YoTV presenter, Akhumzi Jezile, has died.

A close friend is reported to have confirmed the news to TshisaLIVE.

It is reported that Jezile was apparently killed in a car accident this morning, 28 April, near Queenstown in the Eastern Cape, however reports state that police are yet to confirm the cause of his death.

The Minister of Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, further confirmed the news on Twitter and paid tribute to Jezile:

We're saddened to hear the news of the tragic and sudden passing of multitalented actor, producer, TV & radio presenter, Akhumzi Jezile. We'll miss his exhilarating energy, passion & appreciation of Africa culture, which inspired him to learn most of our languages. #RIPAkhumzi pic.twitter.com/RdL0rcuGA4

— Nathi Mthethwa (@NathiMthethwaSA) April 28, 2018

Many others have already taken to Twitter to react to the news:

Former YoTV presenter, actor and producer Akhumzi Jezile has reportedly died in a car crash in Queenstown in the Eastern Cape. Details surrounding his death are still sketchy. It is reported that Jezile was one of three other celebrities who were also killed.

— Mpho Madonsela (@MphoUrban) April 28, 2018

#Rest in peace Akhumzi Jezile..we will surely miss you broh..yooo…it's heart breaking.. Life can not be predicted indeed..

— ANDISWA MALINGA (@ANDISWUAR1) April 28, 2018

Just heard the news about Akhumzi's passing and we here at Oncue Interface would like to send out our heart felt condolences to his entire Family and Friends, May memories of Akhumzi Jezile and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. #ripAkhumzi pic.twitter.com/CjQDaz3eOo

— Oncue Online (@oncueonline_za) April 28, 2018

Hawu madoda I’m reading news of the passing of Akhumzi Jezile. This is so terrible 💔💔🙏🏽 May his family and friends be comforted.

— Trevor Zungu (@TrevorBZungu) April 28, 2018

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