Well-known South African actor Sandy Mokwena has died. He reportedly diedon Wednesdaynight, January 24th.


The 68 year-old played the role of a respected and award winning journalist, bra Eddie Khumalo in etv's popular weekday soapie, Scandal! He has been with the soapie since 2005.

The channel's spokesperson Michael Pocock confirmed Mokwena's passing.


"We can confirm that Sandy Mokwena who played the character of Bra Eddie on Scandal! passed away last night [Wednesday]. The cause of death is still being determined and we will advice as soon as we get more information," he said.


He appeared in several television series including Okavango, Generations, Khululeka, Soul City, Going Up, Yizo Yizo, Justice for All and Zero Tolerance.