Zondi's sudden passing in 2014 left a void in the South African media landscape that many feel has never been fully filled. He is laid to rest at the Westpark Cemetery in Johannesburg, alongside other South African icons.
Zondi held down this slot well truly loved it. Before his untimely passing,Eddie presented the Romantic Repertoire 15:00 – 18:00 o... Facebook Show all Background: Born on October 9, 1967, in Soweto, Zondi grew up in an underprivileged environment but defied the odds to become a national icon. Family: He was survived by his wife, Phakamile, and two children. His daughter, Keletso Modiba (known as Lula Odiba) , has followed in his footsteps as a prominent radio presenter at YFM. Death: Zondi passed away suddenly on June 16, 2014, at the age of 46 (some reports stated 47) after suffering a heart attack at his home in Johannesburg. In a poignant moment, he closed his final Sunday broadcast with the song "This Is the Last Time" by Teddy Pendergrass . At the time of his death, the South African government and public figures across the country mourned him as an "agent of nation building" who used music to bring people together. Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) +1 Would you like to explore eddie zondi