This is what killed Khosini Dlamini, Minnie’s Brother

Minnie Dlamini’s brother Khosini Dlamini has died after spending a few weeks in ICU. Khosini was suffering from a brain aneurysm and was placed on life support earlier this month.

The news was confirmed through a statement to by Dlamini family spokesperson Tlhogi Ngwato. It is with great sadness we confirm our beloved Khosini passed away yesterday (Thursday) afternoon, after suffering a ruptured brain aneurysm which placed him on life support for 23 days,” the statement read in part.

Khosini Dlamini was in the hospital and surrounded by friends and family at the time of his passing. The family have asked for privacy during this time of mourning.

“In this time of grief, we ask for privacy and the opportunity to celebrate him.” Khosini Dlamini is survived by his parents Queen and Jabulani Dlamini, and his siblings Maphe and Minenhle. May his soul rest in peace.

In Other News – Rhythm City’s Siphiwe Mtshali quits soapie after 10 years

Rhythm City star Siphiwe Mtshali has quit the show after 10 years. Mtshali, who is also a musician, portrayed the role of sleek Kasi tsotsi, Bash. His character will be phased out in style as Bash gets killed by another thug, Khulekani, on Friday night (September 27). Like all tsotsis, Bash will go out with a bang in a very dramatic sendoff.

Speaking to SowetanLIVE, Mtshali confirmed he was leaving the soapie to pursue other things. The former Jam Alley presenter said he enjoyed playing Bash and grew with the character. I enjoyed the character because I was given the freedom to explore it. Bash does not have a look of a tsotsi, because he is always smiling. So, ..I had to build the character using one of my family members,” he said. I find the character of Bash in one of my uncles, who never tells a straightforward story. I enjoyed growing the character and working with the whole Rhythm City team. read more