YFM’s DJ Mulo Dies After Battle With Cancer, Family Releases Statement: “Will Forever Remember Him”

YFM’s DJ Mulo Dies After Battle With Cancer, Family Releases Statement: “Will Forever Remember Him”

  • YFM radio personality DJ Mulo has sadly passed away after his hard-fought battle with cancer
  • DJ Mulo's family released a statement detailing how the radio star transitioned on Reconciliation Day
  • Tributes are pouring on social media as industry peers and fans are learning of the heartbreaking news
Nhlamulo 'DJ Mulo' Hlungwani
Nhlamulo 'DJ Mulo' Hlungwani passed away from cancer. Image: @iammulo
Source: Instagram

The Hlungwani family has confirmed the passing of former YFM DJ Nhlamulo 'DJ Mulo' Hlungwani, revealing that he succumbed to his battle with Cancer on the morning of 16 December.

DJ Mulo passes away at home

The family made the announcement through a statement on DJ Mulo's official Instagram page.

"He passed away peacefully at his home in Bryanston after his battle with cancer."

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The post highlighted DJ Mulo's immense impact on numerous lives and the joy he brought to those around him.

“We know that he has touched many lives and has brought endless joy to those around him. We would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts, for all the love, support and prayers that have been coming our way.”

DJ Mulo's funeral arrangements

The statement concluded by acknowledging the blessing of having experienced the presence of a wonderful soul like DJ Mulo and that funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course.

See the post below:

SA mourns DJ Mulo

Celebrities, including DJ Sbu and Dr Musa Mthombeni, expressed their sadness in the comments section.

@djsbulive said:

"Sad news. Rest in Peace my brother. Deepest condolences to your family and loved ones. You were such an amazing guy."

@knaomin mentioned:

"Oh no. this is heartbreaking."

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@lady_amar1 posted:

"Yho Uncle Mullo! I’m sorry. "

@simply_merica commented:

"Oh my heart. Oh Mulo."

@omuhlegela stated:

"Oh my soul! May your soul rest in peace. Prayers go to your family, wife and son. "

@drmusamthombeni added:

"Ah man. Not Mulo."

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Hilary Sekgota (Deputy Human Interest HOD) Hilary Sekgota is the Head of Desk for Evening and Weekend content at Briefly News. She completed a BA in Communication Science from Unisa in 2018 and a Diploma in Journalism from Varsity College in 2010. She also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. Hilary joined the Briefly News team in 2022 and started her journalism career at Tshwane Sun. She has 12 years of experience covering current affairs and human interest topics. Email: hilary.sekgota@briefly.co.za