To mourn the late South African Literary Icon, individuals and organizations have taken to several media outlets to share their heart felt tributes.

We have put together a few of them in reverence of her memory.

“Shocked and saddened at the news of  Sindiswa Seakhoa’s passing.

Sis Sindi was a versatile artist – a musician, poet, playwright and actress.

Through wRites Associates Sis Sindi and her husband, Raks Morakabe Seakhoa have dedicated themselves to the promotion of the country’s literary heritage by promoting books and their authors.

They have also founded the South African Literary Awards (SALA) in this regard.

Condolences to Bra Raks, the children, families, friends and the country’s artistic and literary communities.”

_Sam Mathe

“Just seeing updates on the SALA (South African Literary Awards) page of the passing of the very gracious, kind soul, playwright, poet, musician, artist Sindiswa Seakhoa who dedicated her life to celebrating literature and enhancing literacy in SA.

I first met her ten years ago when my novel Sophia gained recognition at SALA and we would have many dotted conversations over the years about breaking new ground in SA lit, art and music.

Condolences to the team at the Write Associates, SALA, the Miriam Tlali Reading and Bookclub, and to Raks Morakabe Seakhoa and family. Loss cannot be measured, I wish you strength through this grief.”

_Shafinaaz Hasim

“Living is Leaving a mark. Will forever be appreciative of the role she played in helping launch my authorship journey 9 years ago. Sincerest condolences Ntate Raks, we will forever remember her fondly.”

_Nonhlanhla Mnisi

“Rest in perfect peace Sindiswa Seakhoa, artist and organizer. Another light gone way too soon.

My deepest condolences to Bra Raks Morakabe Seakhoa, their children, the entire family, loved ones near and far, and members of the literary and creative community. 🙏🏾💔“

_Lebogang Mashile

“Things will never be the same again without you, my dear sister. Our 2022 and beyond’s plans are severely affected. May your precious soul rest in peace. Condolences to you, my brother, colleague and friend Raks Morakabe Seakhoa and the family. 💔💔💔“

_T.P. Magaisa

“We are leaving this world bowing out gracefully but painfully leaving our loved ones😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭.

This morning I cannot hide the pain of death I feel about the passing of my Sister, my Mother who gave Praise Poets the prime slots on her prestigious event South African Literary Awards.

💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔Go well Daughter of the Soil Owakho umzamo uwuzamile kwaye ugqatso ulufezile. Thokoza Gogo… Camagu mntanomhle… Good night Sindiswa Seakhoa I will see you in the morning.

Condolences Raks Morakabe Seakhoa my brother I know now devastated you are you loosing the part of your life. Sikho sonke ungazenzakalisi. Menze aphumle ngonaphakade Nkosi umkhanyisele ngokhanyiso olungacimiyo Amen🙏🙏“

_Jessica Mbangeni

“RIP Sindiswa Seakhoa. Amazwi is saddened to hear of the recent passing of Sindiswa Seakhoa.

Sindiswa was well known to our staff members who have attended the Africa Century International Writers’ Conferences and South African Literary Award ceremonies which she and her husband Raks and their team from The Write Associates tirelessly organise each year.

Sindiswa was always very helpful and kind. Her loss to the writing community is immense. Our sincere condolences to the Seakhoa family and the team at The Write Associates.”

_Amazwi South African Museum of Literature

“What a year this one is already being…tragic!!! I have lost another friend and comrade…an outstanding colleague in the performing arts and literature field…Sister Sindiswa Seakhoa…

Unbelievable! Totally devastated…was always looking forward to that day when we would all congregate and remember the old tough days. Fare thee well my Colleague…

I only have pleasant memories of you…a truly dedicated artist , a beautiful physique and soul. Fare thee well my friend…till we meet again.

To Raks and Seakhoa family. Phephing Bataung …rather than mourn her let us  celebrate her life…o latile molati….”

_Kalosi Ramakhula

May her soul find rest.