DJ Joshua Mbatha’s shocking death news arrives in the media. He was among the several people who were killed in Alexandra last night.
Mbatha was serving as the manager and presenter of Alex FM Music. After the sad news of his demise, many have begun to post a tribute in his name.
DJ Joshua Mbatha Shot Dead During Robbery
DJ Joshua Mbatha died during a robbery on Thursday, July 14, 2022. He, alongside seven others, lost their lives the same day. Mbatha was shot at the 7th Avenue and Selborne Street, Alexandra.
The Alex FM station confirmed the news of Mbatha’s death. It read that the DJ was returning home with two of his colleagues, Sammy Ramodike and Matome Mookanedi. On his way home, three gunmen appeared and threatened Mbatha and his friend.
The shooters took their phones and shoes before shooting Mbatha in his chest. They fled away, while two other DJ colleagues got away unhurt. After the incident, Joshua died at the Masakhane Clinic, where he took his last breath.
According to the Police report, the robbers were heavily involved the day Mbatha died. They also killed seven others in separate incidents while exiting taxis. The authorities are still investigating the details surrounding the killings.
Alex FM Has Paid Tribute To DJ Joshua Mbatha’s Family
DJ Joshua Mbatha was a well-recognized voice in Pretoria. His unfortunate demise saddens the whole South African community.
The Alex station’s chairperson Isaac Mangena wrote: “Mbatha was on his way with two of his colleagues, Sammy Ramodike and Matome Mookanedi when about three gunmen stopped them at 7th Selbourne. The robbers took their phones and shoes before shooting him in the chest. Then, Joshuasuccumbed to his injuries at Masakhane clinic around 21:00. May his soul rests in peace. A promising career has gone too soon.”
DJ Joshua Mbatha happily lived with his partner in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area. The DJ, however, has not shared much about his personal life.
Alex’s chairman Mangena also said: “We are with his father and other family members now at the clinic. The station manager is also with his team, comforting each other. Let’s keep the family and Josh’s colleagues in our prayers. May his soul rest in peace,”
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Who Is DJ Joshua Mbatha? His Wikipedia & Age
Joshua Mbatha was 32 years of age. He was born in 1990 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Mbatha was affectionately called DJ Josh or DJ Jorontinah.
Mbatha served as Alex FM’s music manager on his LinkedIn profile. He joined the radio in February 2016.
Talking about his qualifications, Joshua has completed his Diploma in music productions. He went to Boston Media House.
Mbatha was active on Instagram with the handle name @jorontinah.