Ntate Richard Maponya Death & Obituary. A known South African businessman has died in the morning of Monday, January 6, 2020. Ntate passed away at the age of 96.
Maponya was one of S.A.’s most successful entrepreneur and property developer. He played a major role in Soweto’s development and had strive against apartheid and related restrictions.
Ntate Richard’s death is being mourned by his friends and families and other concerned individuals. We found out about the passing through a post on social media.
Twitter Reacts To The Death Of Ntate Richard Maponya:
“My goodness, news of the passing of Dr Richard Maponya just came in ??what a man,what an inspiration to the Black SAn community, an example of excellence.I’m sad ?I remember how everyone around me wanted to be just like ‘uMaponya’ as a lot of us called him ekasi. #RIPMaponya”
My goodness, news of the passing of Dr Richard Maponya just came in ?? what a man,what an inspiration to the Black SAn community, an example of excellence.I’m sad ? I remember how everyone around me wanted to be just like ‘uMaponya’ as a lot of us called him ekasi. #RIPMaponya
— Pearl Shongwe (@Pearl_Shongwe) January 6, 2020
“He gave us folks from Soweto hope that it was possible. Made us believe that we could make it and thrive. Glad he got to live a long life. ?? #RIPMaponya”
He gave us folks from Soweto hope that it was possible. Made us believe that we could make it and thrive. Glad he got to live a long life. ?? #RIPMaponya https://t.co/hcYUDeF8O9
— Lerato Tshabalala (@LeratoTJ) January 6, 2020
“My Dad is one of the old residents ba Soweto and I remember when he told me how Dr. Maponya started his business selling milk ka bicycle in Soweto.
These are stories that should be taught to Black kids. Stories of perseverance. And building from ground up. #RIPMaponya”
My Dad is one of the old residents ba Soweto and I remember when he told me how Dr. Maponya started his business selling milk ka bicycle in Soweto.
These are stories that should be taught to Black kids. Stories of perseverance. And building from ground up. #RIPMaponya pic.twitter.com/TX74IByFHc— ? (@IamDJSOSO) January 6, 2020