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Former SABC group CEO Solly Mokoetle has died.
In a statement on Friday, the public broadcaster said it had "learnt with great shock" of the passing of Mokoetle.
"He joined the SABC in 1994 as general manager and, over the years, his outstanding work ethic saw him rise through the ranks [to become] the corporation's Chief Operations Officer (COO) in 2001 until 2006.
"Mokoetle rejoined the SABC as the Group CEO in January 2010, prior to the delivery of the world's biggest football spectacle, the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
"The successful broadcast of the World Cup is testament to his commitment to fulfil the mandate of the SABC of building an informed society. Following his departure from the public service broadcaster, he joined the Department of Communications to further play an instrumental role in the development of the industry."
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The SABC said Mokoetle's overall contribution to the SABC and the communication industry will continue to serve as a footprint, "particularly during this era when the broadcasting industry is drastically transforming due to technological advancements which require new policy decisions".
The SABC sent its deepest condolences to Mokoetle's family, friends and colleagues.
In June 2016, News24 reported that Mokoetle had gone missing when he left his Mount Edgecombe home for a walk, but never returned. He was later found in a Durban hospital.
Mokoetle is survived by his wife, Zola Ntuli, and their four children.
Memories we shared will forever be cherished. Rest In Peace my Uncle.
— Tshepo Sekali (@SekaliTshepo) November 15, 2019
Mr. Solly Nkabi Mokoetle ???? pic.twitter.com/DHLmO9XsSM
Just heard sad news - #SollyMokoetle has passed on. Deep condolences to family. He played major role in struggle for broadcast freedom. Here he is with me & @RaymondLouw at ‘Jabulani: Freedom of the Airwaves’ conference Holland 1991. Raymond also died this year??#RIPSollyMokoetle pic.twitter.com/S8HKWRzs9G
— Michael Markovitz (@mmarkovitz) November 15, 2019
I remember #SollyMokoetle when was COO of the SABC.
— Justine Limpitlaw (@JustineLimLaw) November 15, 2019
He cared deeply about trying to ensure that the #SABC remained on a sound footing.
He would have been devastated by Hlaudi who trampled upon his legacy in that role.
