On Sunday morning, SABC confirmed his passing-on, but details surrounding his death is yet to be unveiled.

Tributes from listeners, SABC, Motsweding FM and many other brands flood social media.

“He was such a versatile broadcaster who went on to commentate about soccer, rugby and cricket matches. He was also the host of the station’s weekday sports programme and weekend breakfast show. His meaningful contribution to the SABC will continue to inspire all who knew him personally and professionally.”

THE SABC MOURNS THE PASSING OF MR KABELO ‘KB’ MOLOPYANE#RIPKBMolopyane pic.twitter.com/vHkzcDiTCj

— SABC (@SABCPortal) January 17, 2021

2021 is definitely an extension of 2020💔 #RIPKBMolopyane https://t.co/5KrgfSsh9m

— Authi eGrand (@hloks_hlogi) January 17, 2021