The memorial arrangements for deceased media figure Lumko “Johnson” Leqela have been revealed.
Their family announced the death of Leqela in a public statement. Leqela passed away on September 14, at age 32.
“It is with profound sorrow that we inform you of the untimely demise of our cherished Lumko ‘Johnson’ Leqela. He passed away on September 14, 2022, according to the family’s statement.
The memorial service was announced on Leqela’s social media accounts so that relatives and friends may come to commemorate their life.
The description on the Instagram image read, “The Leqela family invites you to join them for a memorial ceremony at The Market Theatre on Tuesday, September 20 at 15:00.”
As a teenager, the media personality debuted on the prominent SABC1 YoTV platform. They pursued a career in television broadcasting, radio production, and the media in general.
For nearly five years, Leqela was the producer of YFM’s “The Night Cap with Lula Odiba.”
The station paid tribute to Leqela last week.
Haseena Cassim, the managing director of YFM, stated, “On behalf of everyone at Y, we express our deepest condolences to Lumko’s family and friends, as well as to the YFM staff and our listeners.
“Lumko aimed to positively influence the media sector, and I believe they departed the space in a better state than when they arrived.
Cassim added, “They continued to make a difference in the media sector, at the Y, and in the LGBTQIA+ community through their creativity, critical thinking, professional competence, and keen understanding of societal issues.”