Veteran sports presenter Aaron Shadow Mbonani has died

Aaron Shadow Mbonani, a former sports presenter at Ikwekwezi FM, has died. The 63-year-old passed away on Monday night at the Philadelphia Hospital in Dennilton, Limpopo following a short illness.

The SABC has extended its condolences to the family and fans of Mbonani. “His immense contribution to the entertainment industry will never be forgotten,” said the SABC in a statement.

Mbonani, who retired in March 2021, was among the first group of presenters of the then Radio Ndebele, which was launched in 1983. The station has since been relaunched and renamed Ikwekwezi FM.

The SABC is saddened by the untimely passing of Aaron Shadow Mbonani.

His immense contribution to the entertainment industry will never be forgotten.

The SABC extends its heartfelt condolences to the Mbonani Family. #RIPAaronMbonani pic.twitter.com/Qb9q2B8DgL

— SABC (@SABCPortal) January 3, 2023