Social media reacts to killing of DJ Sumbody
A family spokesperson Mmanake Mokitimi said details of his passing cannot be disclosed as the investigation is still ongoing.
The Amapiano and house communities were shaken to the core on Sunday, November 20 when they woke up to the news that Oupa John Sefoka better, known as DJ Sumbody, had been shot dead.
It is alleged that he was shot along with his driver in a drive-by shooting in Woodmead, Johannesburg.
The motive of the shooting is not yet known.
A family spokesperson Mmanake Mokitimi said details of his passing cannot be disclosed yet as the investigation is still ongoing.
“The Sefoka family and Sumsounds Music Management have kindly requested privacy during this difficult time and will release a statement in due course,” said Mokitimi.
Details of the funeral and memorial service will be confirmed.
Dj Sumbody's family @ the scene 😢🙏#Woodmead #FIFAWorldCup #stage5 #DjSumbody pic.twitter.com/p5mk9zEaED
— Johnny Mamathibe (@JohnnyMamathibe) November 20, 2022
Several people including celebrities and politicians took to social media to share condolences with his family, friends and industry colleagues at this dark time:
The Tshwane metro mayor Randall Williams expressed his condolences to the Sefoka family and friends on behalf of the city.
On behalf of the City of Tshwane, I want to extend my sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Oupa Sefoka known professionally as DJ Sumbody aka Mayor wa Pitori. May his soul rest in peace. #RIPDJSumbody pic.twitter.com/RwA9YXUk62
— Mayor Cilliers Brink (@tshwane_mayor) November 20, 2022
“You are a victim of a mafia estate, failed state. Robala mfanaka mara I’m not ok,” EFF leader Julius Malema tweeted.
Oupa, we failed you. Like many others, you are a victim of a mafia state, failed state. Robala mfanaka mara I’m not ok. 💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/bL1jgye91p
— Julius Sello Malema (@Julius_S_Malema) November 20, 2022
Artist Focalist has encouraged the public to stop violence and stated that he would miss him.
Love you forever my Mayor😭❤️🕊. MY BIG BROTHER 😭😭
Please can we stop the violence . PLEASE 🙏🏾😭 I’m gonna miss my OG. For real 😢 Kale kgopela, are rataneng. Are tlhokomelaneng. Life is short 😞
🕊 #RIPDjSumbody pic.twitter.com/hZF4mLE2i6
— President ya Straata 👨🏾💼 (@FOCALISTIC) November 20, 2022
Mamelodi rapper Blacklez has also expressed sadness about the passing of DJ Sumbody.
Sad to hear about DJ Sumbody’s passing. May God be with his family, friends and supporters during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/SAYJvfNJ7C
— Brother Bear 🐻 (@Blaklez) November 20, 2022
Meanwhile, rapper KO said the passing of DJ Sumbody makes no sense.
RIP to a good brother #DjSumbody. Tragic. It makes no sense 💔. Condolences and prayers to everyone involved 🙏🏾
— K.O (@MrCashtime) November 20, 2022
Oskido said grief can be so hard but their memories will help him cope.
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. RIP Oupa John Sefoka #Djsumbody 💔 #MonateMpolaye You ran your race Ntwanas, see you on the flip side 🎧 🥂 pic.twitter.com/yU1TAPR2oO
— ChurchGroovesEvolution (@OskidoIBelieve) November 20, 2022
Other reactions:
What a year 💔. Now Dj Sumbody. What a lovely gentle giant. Condolences to his loved ones. This is not right. #DjSumbody
— Nandi Madida (@Nandi_Madida) November 20, 2022
Lord please receive this gentle soul. Here's my Brother #Djsumbody leaving us heartbroken 💔 pic.twitter.com/yvB56IFG3t
— Tbo Touch (@iamtbotouch) November 21, 2022
We want to take this time to convey our sincerest condolences to DJ Sumbody’s family and friends 💐
Thank you for your guidance and support over all the years, beloved Mayor. We will miss your annual State Of The Capital Address.
Rest in eternal peace Oupa 🕊️🤍 pic.twitter.com/kt5PNpYmtu
— HomeComing Events (@HomeComingEvent) November 20, 2022
It is with great sadness that SAMRO extends its last respect to Oupa John Sefoka, popularly known as DJ Sumbody. The music industry is saddened by his passing. Condolences to his family, friends and industry colleagues in this dark time. pic.twitter.com/TgNzsUcROY
— SAMRO (@SAMROMusic) November 20, 2022
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