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Farewell to “The Jammer”: Warm tributes as iconic broadcaster is laid to rest

Farewell to “The Jammer”: Warm tributes as iconic broadcaster is laid to rest

AFRICAN MIRROR REPORTER LEGENDARY South African broadcaster Bob “The Jammer” Mabena’s widow, Eucharist and his children paid a warm tribute to him at a funeral attended by family, friends and colleagues. Mabena (51), who spent three decades in radio and television, died this week after a cardiac arrest. Bob Mabena’s son, Kamo Ncube, reads out the obituary. In a moving tribute, Eucharist thanked Mabena for loving her in the amazing way that he did. She said the day on which Mabena passed - August 10 - of cardiac arrest, remained a nightmare. She was however thankful for the time they…
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The life and times of one of Africa’s legendary broadcaster celebrated

The life and times of one of Africa’s legendary broadcaster celebrated

AFRICAN MIRROR REPORTER Emotions were raw, the music was good and soothing. Some even managed a smile and laugh in between the tears. That was the scene when those who shared the life and times of Bob "The Jammer" Mabena gathered to mourn and celebrate him. Mabena's family and his employer, Power 98.7 hosted a memorial service for him. Due to strict COVID-19 restrictions, the service will be virtual. Mabena' will be laid to rest on Saturday, after a funeral service in Centurion, Pretoria. The memorial service followed an outpouring of tributes from celebrities, a head of state, politicians, political…
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