IN PICS | Tshidi Madia remembered by colleagues and peers

Members of the media have been urged to carry on the torch held by the late Tshidi Madia - a reminder of the important role journalists play in society.

Speaking at her memorial service, held at her home in Germiston earlier today, Reverend Mzwandile Molo said Madia’s legacy must inspire journalists to pursue every story with truth, passion, and tenacity.

Madia, who was Eyewitness News’ Associate Politics Editor, passed away in hospital earlier this week after a short illness.

Reverend Molo said she will be remembered as one of the country’s most formidable political journalists.

"We’ve lived to see what happens when journalists decide not to stand for the truth and become too immersed in power struggles, betraying the honesty and honour of their profession as they seek easy access to power and money. We have also seen those who stood for the truth, who said: ‘This story looks juicy, but it has no foundation, therefore I will not publish it."