Duncan Village Heritage Museum

10/07/2026

05/07/2026

Kindly set the reminder 🥳🥳🥳

05/07/2026

This morning, as the Duncan Village Heritage Museum, we join the Mpofu family, friends, and the entire community in laying to rest our sister Queen Sphokazi Mpofu.

Queen Sphokazi was a visionary leader, a compassionate humanitarian, and a true servant of the people. As a proud Daily Dispatch Local Hero Award winner, she dedicated her life to uplifting others and inspiring positive change in our community.

She proudly participated in the Miss Buffalo City Metro beauty pageant and later represented herself with grace and dignity in the Mrs Universe pageant. She remained a passionate advocate for beauty pageants, believing they were platforms for empowering women, building confidence, and inspiring young people to pursue their dreams.

She also championed school debates that nurtured future leaders and was a gifted poet and author of the book Zajik'izinto. Her love for culture, education, and community development was evident in everything she did.

Her heart was especially with vulnerable children. She worked tirelessly to ensure that no boy returned from initiation school without decent clothes to wear, restoring dignity and hope to many families. Through her charitable work, she reminded us that true leadership is measured by service to others.

Queen Sphokazi believed in people, in community, and in preserving our heritage. Her unwavering support for community initiatives, including the work of the Duncan Village Heritage Museum, will forever be remembered with gratitude.

Today, we celebrate a life of purpose, compassion, courage, and excellence. Though she has departed from this world, her legacy will continue to live on in the countless lives she touched.

Lala ngoxolo mzukulwana kaMamtolo. Your legacy of love, service, leadership, and hope will continue to inspire generations. You have fought the good fight, finished your race, and left footprints that time will never erase.

16/06/2026

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12/06/2026

09/04/2026

Today, the Duncan Village Heritage Museum pauses to remember and celebrate the life of a remarkable daughter of our soil, Ndithini Mbali — a gifted saxophonist, musician, and cultural ambassador who proudly carried the spirit of Duncan Village onto National and International stages.

Born and raised in Eziphunzane, East London, Ndithini grew up surrounded by music. Inspired by her grandfather, Sax-o-Wills, a respected music lecturer and founding member of the African Jazz Quavers in the 1960s, her passion for instrumental music blossomed at a young age. By just 12 years old, she was already mastering the saxophone, guided by his wisdom and legacy.

From performing at community events as a teenager to sharing stages with seasoned musicians, Ndithini’s journey was one of resilience, passion, and determination. She took bold steps to pursue her dreams, travelling to Johannesburg in search of opportunities, where she collaborated with respected artists and groups, including the Jazz Maroons.

Her musical journey led her to form her own band and release her album Moments Under the Sun, which earned her recognition beyond South Africa, including in Mozambique and Zimbabwe. Over the years, she worked with renowned artists such as Dudu Manhenga, Jabu Khanyile, Zama Jobe, John Legend, Ringo Madlingozi, and many more — a testament to her excellence and versatility.

In 2021, we had the honour of recognising Ndithini Mbali as one of the women who put Duncan Village on the map — a title she carried with grace and pride.

On 9 March 2023, we sadly lost this shining star to cancer. Though her voice may be silent, her music, legacy, and impact continue to echo through our community and beyond.

Ndithini’s story reminds us that greatness can rise from our townships, and that passion, dedication, and belief can open doors to the world.

Rest in power, Ndithini Mbali. Your legacy lives on.

06/04/2026

With History SA ZAR – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉