SEBOKENG.- Sedibeng is mourning the passing of the award-winning journalist, Tumelo Dibate Mofokeng (39).

Mofokeng who was well known for his passion for journalism passed at Sebokeng Hospital on Saturday. He leaves behind his wife Lindelwa Mofokeng and two young children. Mofokeng will be missed by family, relatives, friends, colleagues, and the community for his dedication and commitment to the field of journalism and photography.

Speaking to Sedibeng Ster his granny, Polina Matthews described Mofokeng as a humble person who would do anything to help those close to him. She described Mofokeng as a family man who loved his wife and children.

A week did not pass without him posting about his beautiful wife on his social media platforms.

Matthews, who raised Mofokeng, said as a family they are going to miss him for his personality and humbleness.

“I raised Tumelo after his parents passed on and he was like my own son. He was not selfish and he always shared everything with the people close to him. He used to share opportunities with those who were not working. We are all going to miss him, ( he will be missed) especially by his wife and children because he loved them,” said Matthews.

Mofokeng worked for the Daily Sun newspaper as a Photojournalist (Photographer/Journalist) among other publications where he was also once named the Journalist of the Year.

Mofokeng’s memorial service will take place at the Mafatsane Community Hall in Evaton on Thursday at 17:00.