'I'm forever grateful': 702's Richard Nwamba after Gauteng Premier Lesufi rushes to aid after on-air health scare
With over 30 years of experience on air, Nwamba says that these episodes typically occur when he's at home, not at work.
Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, interviews 702's Richard Nwamba after an on-air health scare on Saturday.
Listen below.
On Saturday, while introducing a song on his 702 'This is Africa' show, Nwamba informed listeners that something was wrong, particularly with his stomach, and his discomfort was clearly audible.
After the song ended, an unexpected silence followed, which understandably left many listeners concerned.
Thankfully, Nwamba says that he is "fine" now and explains that occasionally, his stomach struggles to digest food, leading to an accumulation of acid, which sometimes results in what he describes as an "explosion."
With over 30 years of experience on air, Nwamba says that these episodes typically occur when he's at home, not at work.
"I get real sick, so weak and I sweat like a pig."
- Richard Nwamba, 702 Host – This is Africa
However, during the on-air silence, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, who was listening to 702 in his car at the time, quickly made his way to the 702 studio to assist.
Lesufi contacted Nwamba's wife, drove to meet her, and retrieved the necessary medication before returning it to Nwamba.
"I'm forever thankful...That was very humane of him and I really appreciate it."
- Richard Nwamba, Host – This is Africa
Reflecting on the experience, Nwamba says the key lesson he’s learned is to always keep his medication on hand, so he can manage any future incidents more effectively.
"Thank you, South Africa for caring enough to be worried about me."
- Richard Nwamba, 702 Host – This is Africa
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