ROFHIWA ‘RAMPSIE’ RAMPFUMEDZI DIES
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has confirmed the passing of Phalaphala FM sportscaster Rofhiwa “Rampsie” Rampfumedzi.
Zimoja reports that the Limpopo-based radio station reveals that Rampfumedzi, who presented sports show Zwa Mitambo passed away after a short illness.
“It is with heavy hearts the passing of its presenter, Rofhiwa Rampfumedzi, who passed away on Sunday 7 January 2024, after a short illness. Rofhiwa joined Phalaphala FM as a music compiler and then presented Zwa Mitambo, a sports show that broadcasts on Mondays to Fridays from 19h00 to 20h00 until his untimely passing,” said the SABC.
Limpopo combo business manager Madikana Matjila told Bizcommunity in a statement that they are all hurt by Rofhiwa’s passing and wish to send their heartfelt condolences to the family and all the Phalaphala FM listeners.
“To our sports lovers Rofhiwa delivered with passion sports show. Lastly, we wish to thank all our listeners for sending us their messages of support during this challenging time,” added Matjila.
Yoh Phalaphala FM yo xelelwa … Condolences to @Phalaphala and Rofhiwas family 💔💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/yw5giZTtFJ
— Makoti 🇿🇦 (@nomsachingowe) January 8, 2024
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@MathewsMpete: “Condolences to the family and friends of @Phalaphala. Sports Presenter Rofhiwa Rampsie Rampfumedzi. Just had an interview with him on Wednesday, and today got the terrible news. Condolences to all Phalaphala FM sports dept and @SABC_Sport. May his soul RIP.”
@mabegelivhu: “Eish Mr Mpete it has been a very difficult day; we lost a good guy it’s unbelievable.”
@MathewsMpete: “Very sad indeed. I remember my last words to him, but little did I know that it really meant it: Goodnight (Ndi madekwana avhudi).”
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Muya wa Rofhiwa Rampsie Rampfumedzi u awele nga mulalo 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️ https://t.co/8xwUYVpeZc
— George Snr Mathelemusa (@George90090808) January 8, 2024
Muya wavho u edele nga mulalo. pic.twitter.com/4uw5zwL067
— Phalaphala FM (@Phalaphala) January 8, 2024