Cape Town – South African hip‑hop artist Bravo Le Roux has died at the age of 30, leaving the music community in mourning and his family grappling with loss.
His wife, DJ Sab, broke her silence on social media following her husband’s sudden passing, sharing a deeply emotional message about his death and their family’s journey through grief.
DJ Sab posted on Instagram that she had needed time away from the public eye to process her loss and be present for their young daughter. “With a heavy but loving heart, I share that my husband has passed away.
The past days have been overwhelming, and I needed time to grieve and to be strong for our daughter,” she wrote, thanking supporters for their messages of love and patience.
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The news of Bravo Le Roux’s passing first emerged earlier this month.
As reported by News24, the rapper born Sinesipho Peter died while in Switzerland on 22 January 2026, though the cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
His manager confirmed the family had not yet shared details surrounding his passing and asked for privacy.
Bravo Le Roux’s family released a statement highlighting his multifaceted life, describing him as more than just a performer.
“Beyond his artistry, Bravo was a devoted father, a loving son, a brother, a cousin, and a dear friend,” the statement read, noting that his presence extended far beyond the stage and into the hearts of loved ones.
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Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie said the country had lost a creative force who used his platform to reflect real life and speak boldly to young people. “Bravo Le Roux did not create for attention alone. He created to reflect life as it is, to speak to young people where they are, and to remind them that their stories matter,” McKenzie said.
MEDIA STATEMENT
STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF BRAVO LE ROUX
The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Hon. Gayton McKenzie, has learned with deep sadness of the passing of South African artist Bravo Le Roux on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
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— Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (@SportArtsCultur) January 24, 2026
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