Bonginkosi “Bongi” Ntuli, the AmaZulu FC striker, sadly passed away in early November 2023 after a short battle with an aggressive form of cancer.

Quick Scoop: What happened to Bonginkosi Ntuli?

  • AmaZulu FC confirmed on 4–5 November 2023 that Bonginkosi Ntuli had died at age 32.
  • The club stated he had recently been diagnosed with an aggressive cancer that spread rapidly and led to his passing in a Pietermaritzburg hospital.
  • His death came shortly after he married AmaZulu FC CEO Sinenjabulo (Sine) Zungu, and heartbreakingly on the day that was meant to be his traditional wedding celebration.
  • Tributes from AmaZulu, teammates and fans described him as a loyal servant of the club and a committed goal-scorer who gave over a decade to South African football.

Career and legacy

  • Ntuli played in the Premier Soccer League for several clubs and scored dozens of goals in more than 200 appearances, becoming known as a reliable centre-forward.
  • He had been with AmaZulu permanently since 2019 and was regarded as one of the team’s key attacking players.
  • The club and supporters highlighted his fighting spirit, describing him as a “warrior” and “lion” whose impact went beyond the pitch.

Aftermath and how he is remembered

  • AmaZulu FC asked that his family’s privacy be respected while paying tribute to his professionalism and loyalty.
  • His widow, Sinenhlanhla/Sinenjabulo Zungu, has since shared emotional messages remembering his love, compassion and courage, speaking about how she will keep his memory alive for their loved ones.
  • Within the club and fanbase, his legacy lives on in stories of his character and in calls to honor him through performances and, for a time, by not using his jersey number.

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