Each year, people lose their lives to various diseases and circumstances, including some of the nation’s favorite celebrities. Tragically, some of these celebrities die at a very young age, leaving fans feeling that they’ve gone too soon. In this article, we will discuss 15 celebrities who died before the age of 30, including their causes of death.

1. **Costa Titch** – Costa Titch died in 2023 at the age of 28, exactly a month after the death of AKA. He collapsed while performing at the Johannesburg Ultra South Africa Music Festival. Despite speculation, there were no published autopsy results, and his mother suspected foul play, believing he was poisoned. However, there were no further updates on whether he was poisoned or not.

2. **Nesi Windler** – Nesi Windler died in 2019 at the age of 27. The house music vocalist allegedly threw herself off an apartment building after complaining of serious problems. She left no letter detailing her problems, and her death shocked family and friends, as she appeared strong from the outside.

3. **Cabonga Zuani** – Cabonga Zuani died in 2022 at the age of 23. The actor took his own life on May 1, 2022, but there was no official report on the matter. His mother described him as humble and family-oriented. He was known for his roles in “Isibaya” and “Gomora.”

4. **Ango** – Ango died in 2023 at the age of 24. The African rapper lost her battle with lung cancer on August 19, 2023, at Life Wilges Hospital in Pretoria. She had expressed her need for R200,000 for medical treatment, and a BackaBody campaign raised about R278,000 in donations. Unfortunately, it was too late for her to recover after diagnosis.

5. **TFella** – TFella died in 2021 at the age of 22. The actor was allegedly beaten by a group of security guards. He was found unresponsive in his Airbnb apartment in Johannesburg on October 25, 2021. His death broke many hearts, as he was very young.

6. **Anele Tembe** – Anele Tembe died in 2021 at the age of 22. The influencer, entrepreneur, and model jumped off the balcony of the Pepper Hotel building in Cape Town after an altercation with her boyfriend, the late rapper AKA. Two years later, AKA was gunned down in Durban together with his friend Tani in January 2024. Durban Girls College opened a library in her honor, as she was a former student.

7. **Killer** – Killer died in 2021 at the age of 23. The artist died in a car crash on his way to a gig. He died alongside his fellow artist Ura. Killer became prominent after releasing his hit song “Thoko.”

8. **Mura** – Mura died in 2021 at the age of 25. He died in a car crash together with Killa in August 2021. His real name was Masi Thomas, and he was also a pianist. He became prominent after releasing a song that featured Lady Du, Zuma, Mr JazziQ, and Riky Rick. The song reached number one on local iTunes and was certified platinum.

9. **Sibusiso Khuzwayo** – Sibusiso Khuzwayo died in 2019 at the age of 25. The actor and director, best known for playing Lerato in the film “Mara,” died after being fatally stabbed by a robber outside Stellenbosch mall. He was waiting for a taxi with his friend Mashishi when the incident occurred.

10. **DJ Dimplez** – DJ Dimplez died in 2022 at the age of 28. The hip-hop artist and DJ passed away after suffering a brain hemorrhage on March 6, 2022. There is a dispute regarding his age, as some claim he was 28 while others claim he was 40 years old. He was best known for his hit album “Kubu,” with songs like “Dala What You Must,” which got 128,000 views on YouTube.

11. **Mandisa Sami** – Mandisa Sami died in 2022 at the age of 29. The production manager for “eHostella” and “Uzalo” passed away, with the details of her death never being published. She would have turned 30 the same year she passed away.

12. **Toya Delazy** – Toya Delazy died at the age of 28 in 2022. The rapper and choreographer allegedly took his own life on July 10, 2022. His age at the time of death is disputed, with some sources claiming he was born in 1992, making him 30 years old, and others claiming he was born in 1994, making him 28 years old. His cause of death is still a mystery and is speculated by most publishers, with some thinking he was murdered.

13. **Christian Kazadi** – Christian Kazadi died at the age of 29 in 2022. The filmmaker, who was the brother of Joe Kazadi, passed away with his cause of death remaining a mystery. His family struggled to piece together what led to his death and believes he was murdered.

14. **Akumile Jethro** – Akumile Jethro died at the age of 29 in 2018. The actor, television presenter, and producer, best known for “Yizo Yizo” and “Tsotsi,” died in a car accident while traveling to bury his grandmother. He was buried in West Park Cemetery in Johannesburg.

15. **Duma Ndlovu** – Duma Ndlovu died at the age of 29 in 2017. The “Rhythm City” actor and musician was shot in the stomach during a robbery in Tembisa. He managed to drive himself to the hospital, where he began receiving treatment, but died the following day due to severe injuries.

These tragic stories highlight the fragility of life and the impact these young celebrities had on the entertainment industry. Their untimely deaths serve as a reminder to cherish every moment and support each other through life’s challenges.

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