RIP: The cause of Tito Mboweni’s death has been disclosed

Tito Mboweni, the former South African Reserve Bank governor and finance minister, has died at the age of 65.

TITO MBOWENI: CAUSE OF DEATH

TshisaLIVE reports that Tito Mboweni’s family confirmed in a statement that he passed away after a short illness on Saturday, 12 October evening.

The statement issued by Alto Mboweni on behalf of the Mboweni family reads:

“It is with deep sadness that the Mboweni Family announces the passing of Mboweni.”

“The family is devastated by Governor Mboweni’s passing after a short illness. He passed away in a hospital in Johannesburg on Saturday night, surrounded by his loved ones.”

The family requested privacy saying they were coming to terms with the enormous loss.

Mboweni became the first black governor of the SARB in 1999 and served for a decade. He also served in Nelson Mandela’s cabinet as labour minister between 1994 and 1999.

The South African will reveal his memorial and funeral details over the next few days.

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@Llekamania_: “That’s sad news. We gonna miss his tomato and pilchard’s content. RIP to him.”

@johny_theblessd: “Duke of Magobaskloof lived his life to the fullest. Gave us the best content surely, he’s going to be missed. Rip Tatana.”

@B_Margiano: “May he rest in paradise, he’ll be dearly missed.”

@BafanaSurprise: “Till Mboweni was a happy Man, who enjoyed his last days on this planet. The way he chose peace, you’d swear he knew that his days were slim. RIP Tito Mboweni!”

@RonaldLamola: “Nothing could have prepared us for this immense loss. My heart aches for the family and loved ones of our dear comrade @tito_mboweni. His absence leaves a void that can never be filled. Tito’s legacy will inspire us forever. Rest in power, comrade. You will be deeply missed.”