Farewell to Soli Philander, a relentless observer of South African life
Daily Maverick | 06.03.2026 06:27
One of South Africa’s most versatile actors, comedians and activists, Soli Philander, died at the age of 65 in Cape Town from cancer on Wednesday evening, 4 March. Philander moved effortlessly between the Afrikaans, English and AfriKaaps worlds, where his authentic and warm style of acting endeared him to mixed audiences.
