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Award-winning journalist Livhalani Richard Mmbi will be buried today at Maniini village.

Well-known local news reporter passes away

 

Well-known former Univen FM news reporter and current-affairs presenter, Livhalani Richard Mmbi (42), is no more.

The media fraternity received the shocking news on Monday morning, which spread like wildfire. An award winning newsman and prolific newshound, Mmbi, of Maniini village near Thohoyandou, died shortly after falling ill.

As a founder-member of the Vhembe Journalists Forum (VJF), Mmbi played a major role in the sustainability of the organization and recruitment of budding journalists. He also served in various positions of leadership within the VJF. Besides his love of the newsroom, Mmbi was also a farmer of note who supplied the local villagers with chickens, fruit and vegetables.

Mr Owen Muebi, who cut his journalism teeth with Mmbi at Univen FM more than 10 years ago, said that it was "very painful to wake up to the news that one of our own newsmen has gone. Mmbi has been a symbol of hard work both inside and outside the newsroom. He was a fearless journalist who only fought for the truth. We will surely miss his brave reports about issues relating to non-delivery of services in municipalities and government departments.”

Muebi urged young journalists to follow in Mmbi’s footsteps. “He was an accurate reporter who did his work without fear or favour. His contribution towards the shaping of the journalism industry will always be remembered. His spirit will continue to guide us to take the journalism industry to another level.”

Family representative Mr Vhangani Mmbi added that Livhalani’s death had robbed the family of a valuable asset. He said, however, that they were consoled by the massive support from family, friends and community members.

A memorial service in Mmbi’s honour was held yesterday (Thursday) at the Maniini Evangelical Lutheran Church. A service will be held at the same church today (Friday 27 May) at 13:00 before he is finally laid to rest at the family’s sacred graveyard (zwiendeulu) in the village as per the customs and practices of the royal family.

 

Date:26 May 2016

By: News Correspondent

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