Mzansi celebs pay tribute to Prof Bongani Mayosi

Ever since it was confirmed that Professor Bongani Mayosi took his own life over the weekend, the effects of depression has been a major talking point on social media.  

Mayosi's death was confirmed through a statement issued by his family on Saturday. 

"It is with great sadness that we‚ the Mayosi family‚ announce the passing of our husband‚ son‚ father‚ brother and uncle‚ Bongani Mayosi.

"Bongani died on the morning of 27 July 2018. In the last two years he has battled with depression and on that day took the desperate decision to end his life." 

Celebrities and tweeps have filled Twitter with an outpouring of tributes.

Some of Mzansi's famous faces including Simphiwe Dana, Zwai Bala, Khaya Dlanga and Siv Ngesi have shared their views on depression. 

"The reason I talk about my depression is because silence kills. Depression flourishes in silence. When you name and talk about it you start to separate yourself from it. You see it for the unwelcome visitor it is. And you know it will pass. This is very important," said Simphiwe. 

Musician Zwai Bala, who was a friend of Mayosi's said he was saddened by the news. 

"It is with a very heavy heart that I have to bid a final farewell to Professor Bongani Mayosi. Yes I am very sad. I am sad for myself, himself, his family and his friends. Ironically I feel blessed to have known a man who was the greatest in his field. All those who knew him and his work are deeply shocked. He was a giant." 

Siv Ngesi also paid tribute to the professor.