Ukhozi FM has announced the sad passing of one of their top DJs who had been in hospital for over weeks prior to his death.
According to the station’s business manager Sbongi Ngcobo, Irvin Sihlophe has sadly passed away after a short battle with stroke.
Ngcobo said Sihlophe was first admitted to Addington Hospital three weeks ago after suffering from stroke.
The versatile presenter showed signs of improvement, and he was reported to be recovering well on Wednesday.
However, Sihlophe suffered severe stroke on Thursday, 9 November, and this time, he wasn’t able to win the battle as he succumbed to death.
UKHOZI FM LOSES IRVIN SIHLHOPE TO SEVERE STROKE
SIHLHOPE WAS AN ASSET TO UKHOZI FM
It is worth mentioning that Sihlophe, who was 43 at the time of his death, was an asset to Ukhozi FM.
He could anchor any programme with ease – Sihlophe started off as a religious presenter at Ukhozi FM before moving to the sport department as a weekend presenter.
He worked in various departments within the station, including being a producer during his time with Ukhozi FM.
The South African website conveys its heartfelt condolences to the Sihlophe family, his friends and colleagues at Ukhozi FM.
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