DJ Fresh mourns the passing of ex-wife and broadcaster Thabiso Sikwane

Thabiso Sikwane has passed away at aged 50. Source: Instagram.

“We lost Thabiso this morning around 6:30 am. It might have been a cardiac event, but the cause hasn't been confirmed. We’ll share more details after the postmortem,” he said.

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Sikwane, 50, began her broadcasting career at Voice of Soweto and went on to work with YFM, Kaya FM, SAFM, and Power FM.

She also authored a children's book, Modimo o a go rata ("God Loves You"), to remind children that they are precious and loved by God.

Friends and colleagues shared their memories:

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I went to high school with Thabiso at Phuthing. When I was in first year it was Thabiso who took me to my first studio where destiny held my hand as I recorded the song Vester ( ngab’uzobuya nini na)
I am so shocked by her passing. Rest in peace ntombazane. #RIPThabisoSikwane
— the year of sankofa (@thandiswamazwai) September 1, 2024

With a heavy heart, Africa's Premier Sports and Fitness Brand, #abOVEnormal, bids farewell to its esteemed brand ambassador, Thabiso Sikwane. ⁦@Thabi_Sik⁩ ��. Our deepest condolences to her family. #RIPThabisoSikwane. Your contribution to the brand’s growth is immeasurable. pic.twitter.com/MBnyCyjztG

She made give a speech on this day. Celebrating a year of working together. Went on to give me a nickname “DJ Directory” coz I had numbers for most people she wanted to get in touch with. RIP Ausi ❤️ ��️ #RIPThabisoSikwane https://t.co/eXXdSXB1Z4 pic.twitter.com/7vKznDPWH8

Devastated to hear of the passing of such a beautiful woman �������� condolences to @DJFreshSA and family #RIPThabisoSikwane pic.twitter.com/uySE8RtYIM