Thabiso Sikwane Passes Away Just 1 Day After Interview with Ex-Husband DJ Fresh, Mzansi Mourns

Thabiso Sikwane Passes Away Just 1 Day After Interview with Ex-Husband DJ Fresh, Mzansi Mourns

  • Thabiso Sikwane's passing recently rocked the nation as she was a recent guest on her ex-husband DJ Fresh's show, What A Week, on YouTube
  • The iconic broadcaster Thabiso Sikwane was 50 years old and many fans were touched by the latest update about her
  • Thabiso Sikwane was a favourite radio and TV personality and her sudden death has left many in mourning

Thabiso Sikwane left the South African broadcasting industry reeling. The broadcaster was a familiar face on the entertainment scene.

Thabiso Sikwane dies after drop DJ Fresh podcast interview
Thabiso Sikwane passed away after her appearance on ex-husband DJ Fresh's podcast. Image: Instagram/ @thabisowasikwane / Gallo Images/ Getty Images
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Radio and TV personality Thabiso Sikwane was beloved, and many expressed sadness. Netizens shared their sweet message dedicated to the media guru.

Thabiso Sikwane passes away

Radio personality Thabiso Sikwane died on 31 August 2024. The cause of her death is unknown, but many have taken to social media to express their condolences.

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A post by @MDNnewss reminded people that Thabiso had a recent interview with her former husband, DJ Fresh. The pair got divorced after 20 years of marriage. See the video below:

SA mourns Thabiso Sikwane

Thabiso Sikwane's passing was a big topic on X. Many expressed their condolences to the late radio broadcaster.

@sphiwejn1st commented:

"Rest easy, Thabiso Sikwane, will always remember you."

@MakiMarish wrote:

"Oh no! Such a humble woman who was so full of love for her family. She remained friends with her ex-husband. Great broadcaster."

@Lambo_gal commented:

"Was watching this podcast this morning, njani manje."

@Mthidos was shook:

"Please make it make sense. Been stuck on this couch trying to understand... It is unbelievable, surreal."

@nsbusiso800 added:

"We just saw her a couple of days ago looking good. This is not cool at all."

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What you need to know about Thabiso Sikwane

Sikwane was 50 years old and was married to DJ Fresh (real name Thato Sikwane) for 20 years before their divorce in 2022.

The former wife of DJ Fresh (real name Thato Sikwane) was born in Sibasa, Limpopo. She was a seasoned and award-winning presenter with a Bachelor's degree in English and Sociology from the University of the Witwatersrand.

Sikwane began her broadcasting career at Voice of Soweto, which paved the way for her success in the industry. She went on to work with major broadcast companies, including YFM, Kaya FM, SAFM and Power FM.

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The Lesotho-born artist was reportedly travelling with two other musicians when the accident happened.

However, the details surrounding the incident on the N8 remain sketchy, as do the identities of his companions.

Source: Briefly News

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Rutendo Masasi (Human-Interest editor) Rue Masasi is a Human Interest and Entertainment writer at Briefly News who graduated with a BA (Hons) in English from Rhodes University in 2018. Rue also has 2 years of experience in journalism and over four years of experience as an online ESL teacher. She has also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. You can reach her via email: rutendo.masasi@briefly.co.za

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