Week of loss, mental health battles and an engagement

MZANSI has endured a difficult week, with the nation mourning the loss of some celebrities while others grieve the passing of their loved ones.

- KAMOGELO MAKHURA

From the brutal killing of DJ Warras to the passing of former Springboks Womens captain Lusanda Mduke and the Sama’s leaving netizens unimpressed, it has been a whirlwind week.

Let’s explore this week’s celeb buzz:

Tributes pour in for Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock, murdered at 40

The entertainment industry was left reeling after the tragic news of DJ Warras’ fatal shooting at the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg on Tuesday.

Tributes poured in from friends, fans, political figures and media colleagues, who extended profound condolences to Warras’s family.

Police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko confirmed his death, revealing that the motive behind the shooting is still unknown and investigations are underway.

Lasizwe checks himself into mental wellness facility, and encourages people to take mental health seriously

Media personality Lasizwe Dambuza shared a social media post on Tuesday, revealing that he has decided to check himself into a mental wellness facility.

He revealed: “This year has been mentally challenging. I'm burnt out. I'm depressed.”

Dambuza further shared that he wished people would take mental health seriously, while urging everyone to learn how to open up about their feelings. He also encouraged people to seek professional help.

South Africa mourns the passing of former Springbok Women’s captain Lusanda Dumke

South Africa received the devastating news of Lusanda Dumke’s passing in the early hours of Tuesday after a courageous battle with a rare form of gastric cancer.

Dumke stepped away from rugby in August to focus on her health.