BREAKING NEWS: Tito Mboweni dies at 65

Former Reserve Bank Governor and Minister of Finance, Tito Titus Mboweni, has passed away.

According to a statement from the family, he died in a Johannesburg hospital on Saturday night, surrounded by loved ones.

The family has requested privacy during this difficult time as they cope with the profound loss.

Further details will be shared in the coming days.

Our politics News editor Mzwandile Mbeje speaks to us.

[vusisa]

RIP chef Mboweni you really entertained the country with your recipes.You made us smile and laugh through the hard times.❤

[FelixKuku-ex]

One of the best. No greed or scandals. I respect you Tata. May you rest in peace.

[dailybread-sv]

Life is unpredictable, this is saddening

[vusumuzincube]

RIP to the Duke of the Duchy of Makgobaskloof

Much love and respect from North of the N1

[daledevernon]

Do people actually sit down and think how many people we've actually lost who were prominent in this country from politicians, religious leaders, musicians and other talented people to families and so many children, it is absolutely shocking.

[barbararaubenheimer]

I am so sorry to hear about Mr Mboweni. I hope he new Jesus as his savior. Thinking of his family..

[drsigwebela]

I loved my former minister Mboweni especially when he was a Reserve bank governor...his confidence and economic advice to the country were so inspiring to me...I will always cherish his monetary policy wisdom❤🎉

[Adela.DesertRose]

He was the best minister ever 😢... May his soul rest well 🙏

[lebomangena]

I'm still going to get it any type of way... Tito Mboweni!!! Rest in Peace 🙇🏾‍♂️🙏🏾🔥

[busingubane]

May his soul rest in peace. Condolences to the family.

[nwabisa]

May His Soul Rest in Peace you've served South Africa 🇿🇦 with respect and dignity, you'll be remembered

[giftdingiso]

Condolences to Mboweni family. Its a huge loss to the country.

[marthamotuba]

OHHHH 🙈What a BRILLIANT MAN💯😢I ADORED HIM💔🇿🇦🙏

[Southern-Belle]

Normal people : He died before we arrive at the hospital!
Celebrities: He died surrounded by his family and loved ones!
Rest in peace son of the soil

[n.m]

We really live in hard times, time is something we don't have

[BongiweGladysNkosi]

May your soul rest in peace Mr Minister MBOWENI you will be remembered in SA❤

[SimonMalaza-nr]

There is no doubt in my mind that the late Mbowane has left enviable relic of accountability, commitment and dedication being coupled with passion for one to make the great and successful professional
This is the type of person according to me the Youth of our country should emulate in order for South Africa to produce the type of professionals that undoubtedly fits in the standard of global arena
South African

[naidol]

May his soul RIP. Deepest condolences to his family 🙏🙏

[mawethumbusi]

Hayi bo that sad REST IN PEACE BRO TITO KA MBOWENI

[tiktokclipz]

May his soul rest in peace. He played a big role in our country.