Abel Shingange (Trevor Noah’s Stepdad) Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Wife, Kids, Now, Jail Time

Abel Shingange
Abel Shingange's ex-wife and Stepson Treavor photo

Abel Shingange Biography and Wiki

Ngisaveni Abel Shingange is a South African ex-convict and media personality popularly recognized as the stepfather of the acclaimed comedian, actor, and producer Trevor Noah. He married Trevor’s mom in 1992 but got divorced in 1996.

Abel Shingange Age and Birthday

The media personality was born in 1963 in Johannesburg, South Africa. He is 60 years old as of 2023. His birthday details will be updated soon when established.

Abel Shingange Height and Weight

He stands at an average height and stature. His exact measurements are under review and will be updated soon.

Abel Shingange Education

Details regarding his academic background have not yet been brought to light. However, this section will be updated soon when established.

Abel Shingange Family, Parents, Siblings

Abel was born in South Africa to her parents whose identities have not yet been made public. It’s not clear if he has any siblings. Further information concerning his family background will be updated soon.

Abel Shingange
Abel Shingange’s ex-wife and Stepson Trevor’s photo

Abel Shingange Wife, Is He Married?

Shingange prefers keeping his romantic life details discreet. However, he married Patricia Nombuyiselo in 1992 before falling out in 1996 through a divorce. Media sources describe Abel as a violent abuser in regard to Patrica who underwent domestic violence as she was espoused to Abel.

In 2009, he was convicted and sentenced to jail for attempting to kill Patricia. Abel shot her in the back and face, fracturing her jaw, piercing her skull, nose, and ear, and leaving her mute.

Ex-Wife Patricia Nombuyiselo

After her divorce from Abel, she got engaged to her current husband Sifiso Khoza in the year 2009. When her ex-spouse came in contact with the news, he tracked her down and tried to kill her in front of their youngest son.

Patricia was first married to Robert Noah of Swiss-German ancestry. The pair were blessed with a son named Trevor Noah born on February 20, 1984.

Stepson, Trevor Noah

Trevor Noah is a South African award-winning comedian, actor, writer, producer, political pundit, and former television host. he serves as the host of the late-night talk show dubbed The Daily Show.

His stepdad Abel physically assaulted him and his mother during the marriage. Moreover in another incident, attempting to kill Noah’s mom, Trevor tried to confront Abel which did not turn out great.

Shingange threatened to end Trevor’s life which resulted in Noah leaving Johannesburg and relocating to Los Angeles.

Abel Shingange Children

Abel and Patricia’s union gave birth to two sons named Andrew Shingange, and Isaac Shingange.

Abel Shingange Jail Time

During the court case of him against Patricia, turned out Abel was charged with rape at Johannesburg Prison nicknamed Sun City. He was due to be sentenced for attempted murder at the Johannesburg Magistrates.

According to South African Criminal Law, a person convicted of attempted murder is sentenced to serve jail time of not less than 5 years imprisonment.

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