DStv Premiership club AmaZulu FC have confirmed the passing of striker Bonginkosi Ntuli due to cancer on Sunday. The 32-year-old died at the Midlands Medical Centre Private Hospital, in Pietermaritzburg this afternoon.

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“It is with a very heavy heart that we inform you of the untimely passing of our beloved centre-forward and loyal servant, Bonginkosi Ntuli,” the club announced.

“Ntuli was (very recently) diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, which metastasized and ultimately led to his death at the Midlands Medical Centre Private Hospital, in Pietermaritzburg this afternoon. May his beautiful soul rest in eternal peace. The club requests privacy and patience be granted to his family and friends at this difficult time. Further announcements will be made in due course.”

CLUBS SEND CONDOLENCES TO BONGINKOSI NTULI

Lamontville Golden Arrows are saddened by the news of the passing of Bongi Ntuli. We send our sincerest condolences to his friends, family and AmaZulu at this difficult time. May he rest in peace

 We are saddened to hear about the passing of Bonginkosi Ntuli.  Our deepest condolences to the Ntuli family, friends and everyone at
AmaZulu May his soul rest in peace,” wrote SuperSport United.

 Richards Bay Football Club is saddened to learn of the passing of AmaZulu FC Striker Bonginkosi Ntuli.
 Our deepest condolences go out to Bonginkosi’s family, the Zungu family & the entire AmaZulu Football Club family during this difficult time.

 Stellenbosch Football Club is saddened to learn of the passing of Bonginkosi Ntuli. Our heartfelt condolences go out to AmaZulu, his family, friends, and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace.

Sekhukhune United Football Club is saddened by the passing of Bonginkosi Ntuli. Our sincere condolences to the Ntuli’s Family, Friends & the entire AmaZulu FC family.