Sad end to 2018 as filmmaker Charles Novia loses mum

According to the filmmaker, his mother died on the morning of December 31, 2018.

The bereaved director made the announcement via his social media page, writing:

“She passed away in the early hours of the 31st of December 2018. Mummy, mother and friend.

“You were more than a mother. And a mother to all. Teacher, my rock, my world. Your memories will forever remain. And that glowing smile.“