Khulu Phasiwe, former Eskom spokesperson, dies at 52

Khulu Phasiwe, a prominent South African communications specialist and former Eskom spokesperson, has died at the age of 52. His family confirmed that he passed away after suffering a seizure, noting that he had experienced seizures for several years.

Phasiwe was most widely recognized for his tenure at the state power utility Eskom, where he served as national spokesperson from 2015 until his resignation in 2019. During this period, he was a frequent media presence, addressing public concerns regarding load shedding, aging infrastructure, and the utility's financial stability.

At the time of his death, Phasiwe was the head of corporate affairs and communications at Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS). The South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) issued a tribute, describing him as a respected professional who made significant contributions to both the media and public sectors.