EWN remembers Tshidi Madia for her fearless journalism & unforgettable presence

JOHANNESBURG - At Eyewitness News, we remember our associate political editor, Tshidi Madia, for her fearless journalism and her unforgettable presence.

Tributes continue to pour in for the esteemed political journalist, who passed away in hospital on Wednesday morning after a short illness.

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Madia’s death has left the country’s media fraternity and many across the political landscape in shock and sadness.

For many who knew her, this is how they remember Tshidi Madia: warm, funny and always lightening a room even while holding power to account.

Her career spanned broadcast, print and digital platforms, most recently as associate political editor at Eyewitness News.

Madia was known for asking the tough questions that cut through political spin.

She brought the same fearlessness to her podcast, Politricking with Tshidi Madia, where presidents, party leaders and international figures faced her direct yet humane line of questioning.

But beyond the mic, she was described by colleagues and friends as loving, hilarious and deeply caring.

As tributes continue to flow from across the political spectrum, her legacy is being remembered as one of passion, integrity and courage.

Tshidi Madia leaves behind a generation of journalists and audiences whose lives she touched.