Details of late Presley Chweneyagae’s memorial service, funeral & resting place announced! Friends, family, fans, and industry colleagues are preparing to bid farewell to beloved South African actor and Oscar-winner Presley Chweneyagae, who passed away on May 27 due to a sudden respiratory issue.
The 40-year-old actor will be honoured in two memorial services before his funeral and final resting place.
Two Memorials in Honour of a Star
To celebrate Presley’s impactful life and career, two separate memorial services have been scheduled. The first service will be held on June 3 at the Mmabatho Convention Centre in Mafikeng, his hometown. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 am, and is expected to bring together members of the local community, friends, and family to reflect on his journey from local boy to international star.
The second memorial is set for June 5 at The Opera State Theatre in Pretoria, where Presley resided. This service will begin at 11:00 am, allowing his Pretoria-based friends and industry peers a chance to say their goodbyes and share in the celebration of his life and work.
Final Rites and Burial
Presley’s funeral service will take place on Saturday, June 7 at the Akasia Community Hall, starting at 8:00 am. The actor will then be laid to rest at Zandfontein Cemetery, a resting place for many notable South Africans. This final service will offer a moment of solemn remembrance as the nation bids farewell to one of its most gifted performers.
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A Stellar Career Rooted in Storytelling
Presley first rose to prominence with his lead role in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi (2005). His compelling portrayal of the titular character helped the film win Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards, launching Presley onto the global stage.
Affectionately known as Cobra, Cobrizi, or Mokwepa, Presley gained renewed popularity through his role as Thuso ‘Cobra’ Mokoena on the hit television series The River. His charisma and authenticity made him a household name, and fans embraced his complex character for its raw emotion and humour.
Over the years, Presley continued to showcase his talent in a range of local television dramas and films including iNumber Number, 90 Plein Street, When We Were Black, and Thula’s Vine.
Industry Colleagues Pay Tribute
Presley’s death has sparked a wave of emotional tributes from the entertainment community. Lunga Mofokeng, his co-star and on-screen son in The River, shared heartfelt clips capturing some of their most cherished moments together on set.
Veteran actress Winnie Ntshaba also paid tribute, posting behind-the-scenes footage of Presley’s lighter, funnier side. “This film is going to come out, and you won’t be here to witness your magic. Rest well, Presley,” she wrote in an emotional message.
Legacy of a Storyteller
Presley Chweneyagae’s legacy will live on through the stories he told and the lives he touched. Though his passing has left a void, his work will continue to inspire generations of actors and filmmakers. The nation mourns a gifted storyteller, but more importantly, it remembers the man who brought so many characters to life.
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