The veteran actor’s family requested that Ngubane be allowed to focus on his health and recover fully.

The formerIsibayaactor was admitted for a recurring kidney issue.

He has since been discharged.

Menzi Ngubane delays start on The Queen due to health issues

Menzi Ngubane was due to start filming this week but has requested time off due to ill health.Source: Instagram

The soapie didn’t shut down production when a first crew member was exposed to Covid-19.

Staffers were said to be on edge after a second person was recently exposed to the virus.

A statement has since been released on behalf of the production, explaining the situation.

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