NAMA saddened by the death of Wanga Zulu commonly known as Mai Guru

The National Association of Media Arts (NAMA), is deeply saddened by the passing of a prominent and veteran artist in the film industry, Wanga Zulu fondly known as Mai Guru in the popular Zambezi Magic Television series Mpali.

ZANIS reports that President of NAMA Morgan Mbulo, notes that Wanga Zulu will be remembered for her contribution to the Zambian film industry.

He said she was not only admired by audiences but deeply respected by her peers for her humility, professionalism, and genuine love for arts.

Mr Mbulo reiterated his associations commitment to ensuring that artists working conditions and that of the creative industry as a whole remain artistic excellence and growth.

“It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Wanga Zulu, a remarkable

actress and beloved figure in Zambia’s creative industry,” he stated.

Meanwhile, the arts fraternity have remembered her not only as a talented and professional actress but also as a dedicated artist that made significant contributions to the growth of the Zambian film industry.

Monde Mutale, who represented the family popularly known as Nguzu, in the Zambezi Magic TV series, revealed that Wanga who died last night had suffered a stroke.

In an emotional tribute, Mr Mulenga expressed that the late Ms Zulu who introduced him to acting, is survived by her husband, Daniel Mutale, and their five children, who describe her as not just a mother, but a beacon of peace.

While, Mpali TV Series Director and Producer, Frank Sibukku who comes a long way with the late, in film productions aside from the renowned Mpali, said her shoes will be difficult to fill as she was an asset in the film industry.

And the National Arts Theatre Association of Zambia (NATAZ), President and Mpali Cast Director, Eric Kasomo, described her as not only a guru but one of the veterans in the Zambian film industry.

While Cosmas Ngandwe, a Co- actor and Creative in the film industry remembered her as instrumental in his career, citing that Mai Gu as she was fondly called always offered her guidance.

Earlier, Mclean Phiri remembers her not only as a colleague but a mother that was always there for her.

Wanga Zulu Mutale, is alleged to have died last night October 9, around 23 hours at the age of 51 following a partial stroke.