Tributes Pour In After SABC Sepedi News Reader Willie “Bra Willie” Matlawa Passes Away at 67

Tributes Pour In After SABC Sepedi News Reader Willie “Bra Willie” Matlawa Passes Away at 67

  • Tributes have started pouring in after SABC Sepedi news reader, Willie Matlawa, passed away
  • Bra Willie tragically died just a year after his retirement, and the news left many supporters devastated
  • Mzansi sent heartfelt tributes to Bra Willie's family, stunned by the shocking number of celebrity deaths in recent months
SABC news reader, Willie “Bra Willie” Matlawa passed away
Mzansi sent heartfelt tributes after Willie “Bra Willie” Matlawa's tragic passing. Images: PhilMphela, HendriccahM
Source: Twitter

Following the news of SABC news reader, Willie Matlawa's tragic passing, tributes from his adoring supporters have poured in.

Willie Matlawa passes away

The South African entertainment industry has lost yet another pioneer, this time, seasoned broadcaster, Willie Matlawa.

The SABC Sesotho news reader tragically passed away at the age of 67, just a year after retiring from the station in 2023 after serving it for 40 years.

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The public broadcaster shared the news on Twitter (X), expressing deep sorrow over Bra Willie's sudden death while noting his contributions to the entertainment industry:

"His immense contribution to the entertainment industry will forever be remembered. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Matlawa family, friends and fans."

Mzansi reacts to Willie Matlawa's passing

Netizens are shocked by Bra Willie's death, with others pointing out how many celebrities lost their life in September 2024:

missqueenkc was shattered:

"He was just starting to enjoy retirement. RIP, Bra Willie."

JohnsonAwalle said:

Oh no! May he rest in peace. This is enough; we've been losing too many people this year."

Sli_Simelane was stunned:

"September really did not come play, but rather to claim lives. May all the wonderful souls rest in peace."

Tubatse_Noko wrote:

"September just had to claim one more celebrity before it ended. May his soul rest in peace."

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Motaumotau_ posted:

"Our deepest condolences to the family of Bra Willy; may his soul rest in peace."

Jameson3985 responded:

"May his soul rest in peace, and his family be comforted during this tough time."

Papa G's family thanks Mzansi

In an earlier report, Briefly News shared a statement from Darlington "Papa G" Michael's family.

They thanked fellow South Africans for their help and prayers after the actor's death, saying their efforts went a long way.

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Moroba Moroeng (Entertainment editor) Moroba Moroeng is an entertainment writer at Briefly News and a University of Johannesburg alumni (Public Relations and Communications, 2018). She was the content manager and, later, editor for HipHop Africa, where she honed her proofreading, leadership, and content management skills. Having begun her career as a content writer for Slikour OnLife, Moroba has over four years of experience as a writer specialising in music journalism and entertainment. She joined Briefly News in 2023 and passed a set of training courses by the Google News Initiative. Email: moroba.moroeng@briefly.co.za

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