Who is Dan Moyane? The story behind the veteran journalist
Dan Moyane is a veteran South African journalist, talk show host, radio station manager and chief executive officer of Primedia. He is widely recognized for anchoring news on eNews Channel Africa, a 24-hour news broadcaster eMedia Holdings owns.
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Key takeaways
- Over four decades in media, covering radio and television.
- Published his memoir "I Don’t Want to Die Unknown" (2021), sharing his experiences in exile and media.
- Served as CEO of Primedia Broadcasting.
- Inducted into the MTN Radio Awards Hall of Fame (2010).
Dan Moyane’s profile summary
| Full name | Dan Moyane |
| Date of birth | 3rd August |
| Age | Unknown |
| Birth sign | Leo |
| Place of birth | Soweto, South Africa |
| Current residence | Johannesburg, Gauteng Province, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Languages | English |
| Gender | Male |
| Sexual orientation | Unknown |
| Relationship status | Unknown |
| Education | Gordon Institute of Business Studies, University of Witwatersrand |
| Profession | Journalist, Author |
| Books | I Don’t Want to Die Unknown |
| Years active | 1980 - present |
| Awards and achievements | MTN Radio Awards Hall of Fame 2010 |
| Social media | InstagramTwitterLinkedIn |
Who is Dan Moyane?
Dan Moyane is a renowned South African media personality. He started as a freelance journalist for BBC from 1985 to 1991. He also worked in radio for about 28 years, from 1980 to 2008. Dan Moyane's biography is decorated with great career achievements. He is currently a CEO and talk show host.
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Daniel Moyane’s age
The renowned journalist celebrates his birthday on the 3rd of August, but his exact year of birth is unknown. He hails from Soweto, southwest of Johannesburg, South Africa. Little is known regarding his childhood and upbringing.
Daniel Moyane’s family
The veteran journalist rarely talks about his family and has not been publicly spotted with any. He often keeps it professional on his social media handles.
Tom Moyane and Dan Moyane relationship
In his memoir, "I Don't Want to Die Unknown," Dan Moyane reflects on his personal experiences, including the loss of his younger brother. He writes:
"What's more, he was very good at it; his younger brother, my late uncle..."
This passage suggests that Dan Moyane had a younger brother who has since passed away. Unfortunately, details about his late brother are not widely available in public records.
Dan and Tom Moyane are prominent figures in South Africa; there is no verified evidence to suggest they are brothers.
Dan Moyane's wife
Dan Moyane, a seasoned South African journalist and broadcaster, has been married to his wife, Odete, for over four decades. In a recent social media post, he expressed gratitude for her unwavering support, stating,
"I did not expect this eNCA Excellence Awards accolade... wife, Odete, who has been by my side for 41 years out of the 43 years of my professional career since 1980. We met in Maputo in 1982, and she has supported me through thick and thin, till today.
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Sometimes, I felt like giving up when the going got tough, but Odete kept reminding me to focus on doing what I love and not be diverted by sideline noise. I thank eNCA for affording me the opportunity to do what I love over the past 10 years, and may it long last. Thanks too to our viewers who watch us. We still have a lot to give, and together, we can spread hope to our country.
Dan Moyane's children
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Dan Moyane is a proud father of four children. In a recent interview, he emphasized the importance of being present in his children's lives, stating,
"I mean as a father of four kids... one of the lessons I've learnt is presence."
On Father's Day, he expressed gratitude towards his children, mentioning them by name:
"First thing on this #fathersday praise... thanks to my amazing children @nkhensanimoyane @sinatracymoyane @danielm_design @joemoyane @lebs_nkosi."
Dan Moyane’s qualification
The journalist joined the University of Witwatersrand in 1994, where he later graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He then joined the Gordon Institute of Business Studies in 2001 to pursue a Global Executive Development Program.
Dan Moyane’s career
Dan Moyane’s qualifications have seen him scale heights in the field of journalism. Some of the media houses he has worked with include:
- BBC (Focus on Africa) - Mozambique Correspondent
- Radio Mozambique (English External Service) - Radio personality
- Radio 702 - Radio station manager
- SABC (SAfm) - Radio personality
- eNCA - News anchor
Dan Moyane’s TV roles also include hosting The Big Debate television show season 1. The Broad Daylight Films Foundation show focused on issues about South Africa’s politics.
Dan Moyane’s net worth
It is unclear how much Dan Moyane makes from his career in the media industry. However, he is doing well because of his well-decorated career that spans over four decades.
Dan Moyane’s book
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The seasoned news anchor has written a book titled I Don’t Want to Die Unknown. The memoir is inspired by Dan’s journey from grass to grace. It talks about his ambitions, trials and motivations.
Where is Dan Moyane now?
The journalist is progressing with his career in the media and communication industry. He still anchors news on eNCA, which joined the organization in 2009. In addition to news anchoring, Dan Moyane is the chairman of AceCubePR (Pty) Limited, a South African public relations agency.
Dan Moyane is undoubtedly one of the most successful media personalities in South Africa. His grass to grace is inspirational to everyone who dreams of making it in life.
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