Sipho Ngema, a popular South African actor, passed away on 21 April 2020 at the age of 47. He was born on 21 July 1972 and grew up in Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. Sipho was married and was a father of six children, including his daughter Mbali.

Sipho's death was due to heart failure caused by pulmonary hypertension. He passed away at 10.15pm while receiving treatment in Johannesburg, leaving his family, friends, and fans in shock and mourning.

Sipho began his acting career in 2010 with a recurring role as "Raymond" in the e.tv soap opera Rhythm City. His role quickly became popular, and he continued to play it for many years. In 2011, he appeared in the e.tv anthology series eKasi: Our Stories and kykNET drama Hartland, both with supportive roles. The following year, he played the supporting role of "Luthando" in the Mzansi Magic miniseries Stash and the role of "Mike" in the police procedural miniseries Shabangu P.I. and the comedy miniseries Uyaphapha, both of which were telecast on Mzansi Magic.

Sipho's acting career continued to grow, and in 2014, he made a minor role in the SABC 1 Docu-Drama Amagugu. In 2017, he joined the season three of the SABC1 popular soap opera Uzalo, where he played a recurring role as "Terror." He then joined the fifth season of SABC 2 comedy serial Skwizas to play the role "Pitso." Later in 2018, he made a guest role in the SABC1 series Diamond City. In 2019, he played the role "Sjekula" in the fourth season of Mzansi Magic telenovela The Queen.

Sipho's final television appearance was in Netflix South Africa's supernatural series Kings of Jo'burg, where he played the role "Jomo, Menzi's Goon." His contribution to the South African entertainment industry was significant, and he will be remembered for his talent and dedication.

Sipho Ngema's funeral was held on 26 April 2020 at his home in Johannesburg, where family, friends, and colleagues paid their last respects to the beloved actor. His passing is a great loss to the entertainment industry and his loved ones, but his legacy will live on through his work and the memories he has left behind.