Tributes have been pouring in following news of the death of 49-year-old South African filmmaker and producer Teboho Moseling Mahlatsi.
The news was announced via social media by comedian David Kau who wrote on behalf of the family: “It is with the saddest regret that we announce the untimely passing of Filmmaker & Producer - Teboho Moseling Mahlatsi on the 3rd of July 2023.”
“In lieu of personal condolences, the family kindly requests prayers & that they be given privacy to mourn and come to terms with the tragic loss.”
ON BEHALF OF THE MAHLATSI FAMILY
— DavidKau (@davidkau1) July 3, 2023
It is with the saddest regret that we announce the untimely passing of Filmmaker & Producer - Teboho Moseling Mahlatsi, on the 3rd of July 2023.
In lieu of personal condolences, the family kindly requests prayers & that they be given privacy to… pic.twitter.com/vMQWbemGGk
Mahlatsi is best known for producing and directing the 90s television series Yizo Yizo which recently began streaming on Netflix.
He was also a co-director at Bomb Productions, the talent behind Shaka iLembe, Isibaya ,Ayeye. The production company reflected on their 27-year journey together in a heartfelt tribute saying, “A lunch with 3 people that shared a vision for telling REAL South African stories that turned into a 27-year journey of creating magic together, creating work for thousands of people, opening doors, building careers.”
Mzansi Magic wrote on Twitter: “Mzansi Magic extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of visionary creative, Teboho Mahlatsi, who made an immense contribution to the South African film and television industry. He was a remarkable talent, and he will be deeply missed."
Mzansi Magic extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of visionary creative, Teboho Mahlatsi, who made an immense contribution to the South African film and television industry. He was a remarkable talent, and he will be deeply missed. #RestInPeace pic.twitter.com/6fLL3NIERR
— Mzansi Magic (@Mzansimagic) July 3, 2023
No exact cause of death has been disclosed but some sources have reported that Mahlatsi had been ill.
May you RIP Teboho Moseling Mahlatsi.
