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Seputla Sebogodi Remembered with Love | Johannesburg News
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The arts world mourns the loss of Seputla Sebogodi, a towering figure in South African theater and music, whose vibrant legacy was honored at a moving public memorial streamed live from Pretoria’s SA State Theatre. Colleagues like Vusi Mahlasela, Patrick Bokaba, and Jerry Phele shared intimate tributes, recalling his prophetic final words and their last stage bow in “Black Moon.” Poet Sello Maake-KaNcube recited “Siyazazi,” while Mpho Molepo reflected on decades of friendship and unrealized dreams. Family spokesperson Thomani Makwarela confirmed Sebogodi’s children are overseeing his burial, honoring his final wishes made while he sensed his time was near. His clarity in death underscores a life lived with passion, purpose, and an enduring impact on all who knew him.
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