Alex FM veteran news anchor and senior journalist passes on
ALEXANDRA – According to Takalani Nemangowe Alex FM station manager, Gezani Chauke was a dedicated leader who believed in transferring skills to young journalists.
The management of Alexandra community radio station, Alex FM said they were extremely shocked by the news that the station’s senior journalist has passed away.
Gezani Chauke who was a producer, journalist and senior Xitsonga news anchor at the community broadcaster, died in Giyani Hospital on Monday 28 January after a short illness.
Station manager Takalani Nemangowe said Chauke was a leader and a role model to young journalists at the station. “We are saddened by the tragic passing of one of our own. Gezani was not just a journalist but a team player and a leader within the news department. He was a true leader who was very committed and showed great discipline on and off the air,” Nemangowe said.
“He believed in giving back and skills transfer. This was evident on a daily basis as he trained many media graduates who did their internships at the station. His contributions to the growth of the station will never be forgotten.”
According to Nemangowe, Chauke’s memorial service will be held at the Alex FM’s offices, Yarona Building next to Pan Africa Mall on Thursday 31 January while his funeral will be held in his home town Giyani, Limpopo on Saturday 2 February.
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