Ronnie Govender Obituary – Is Dead – Death: Has Died, Murder, Passed Away – Found Dead, Cause Of Death, Funeral: “South Africa has lost a literary giant who sadly passed on today. Ronnie Govender was a playwriting genius, enthralling audiences, fighting injustice and winning awards. He used his talent, skill and intellect to help change our world for the better. I was blessed to know uncle Ronnie for more than 30 years. In August 2015, he agreed to be a guest on my talk show. I was humbled and privileged to share the hour with him. He was always so insightful and inspiring. In April 2014, I was fortunate to be on stage with him when the Durban University of Technology conferred an Honorary Doctor of Technology in Arts and Design to Ronnie Govender, for his contribution to literature and the arts, as well as his contribution to democracy, peace and justice in South Africa. Dr Ronnie Govender has left a truly wonderful legacy. His work will always speak volumes of his sheer brilliance. Sincere condolences to the family and friends. Rest In Peace uncle Ronnie. You will always be loved and missed by so many…”
April 29, 2021, InsideEko Media. Our hearts are heavy today as we mourn the passing of Ronnie Govender, through social media posts posted to Twitter. We express our condolences to his family, friends and fans.
InsideEko is yet to confirm Ronnie Govender’s cause of death as no health issues, accident or other causes of death have been learned to be associated with the passing.
This death has caused a lot of friends and family of Govender so much hurt. It is in that mourning spirit that the concerned persons have taken to social media to share tributes to the deceased and condolences to the affected family.
Tributes To Ronnie Govender
Across social media users’ timelines are statements that show respect, admiration, and gratitude towards Govender as people mourn the passing.
“Yeppadi padinaro-adiyar, Appadi pada asai konden naan sivane
I just heard that South African Theatre icon Ronnie Govender has passed away. Many years ago I got a chance to have long chats and listen to many of his anecdotes while I was editing material for one of his shows – an experience I will never forget. A Sad day indeed. Strength to his family during this difficult time
RIP Thatha, what a force you were! We will always be aware of those who write discrimination, oppression, subjugation, and those who act in the same, we will continue to stand in their way, and try and change things for the better wherever we can.
my grandfather.
We mourn the death of a great South African, Ronnie Govender, go well marma – your work here is now done – you sacrificed so much based on your principles. Thank you for the mentorship – RIP.
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