"Gqim Shelele" The Robert Marawa Story

Our next guest needs very little introduction. He is arguably one of the most recognisable voices and faces in South Africa's media industry. It all started when as a young boy living in KwaZulu-Natal, Robert Marawa listened to the commentary of local football derbies on a Small FM radio and would go on to imitate the commentary, reading from newspaper clippings. Fast forward a couple of years later - Robert Marawa is an undisputed household name when it comes to sportscasting. He has released his memoir, Gqimm Shelele, The Robert Marawa Story.
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[@kgomotsomfisa7038]

The best sports broadcaster in the world ❤

[@paulstoryHQ]

Undoubtedly so...

[@enoootshivhase6188]

Robert I love u ❤️ , the demanding voice as always. We are so poor without you on the national TV 📺 😢 💔 😞

[@hoza1752]

That chemistry between these two from Metro FM it's still there.❤️❤️

[@oscarmagezi2824]

I was waiting for this moment for a very long time.

[@penelopegomez5934]

They have so much respect for each other

[@nkululekozulu6998]

Sakina remains 'my always' to Rob

[@sphalush8261]

"whether you're a politician, or whether you're a learned individual" I hear you Rob😂😂

[@ayandasigxashe7198]

That voice, that sports commentary & knowledge = pure talent ❤️😍! You are a threat, that's why we love you...keep well, keep being RM

[@bonginkhosi9]

We miss you

[@sihlezulu9635]

Thanks Bhut’ Themba. I can’t wait to get my hands on the book. Thanks to Sis Nomvula for planting the seed. Great interview 🎉

[@anelemenzi9174]

Best sports broadcaster you are amazing love you ta Rob continue being fantastic

[@penelopegomez5934]

Robert is so handsome and well spoken❤

[@paulstoryHQ]

Sport Television ain't the same without you Rob. #Word

[@alfredsebola5191]

We love you Robert.

[@Peachcobler22]

Bought the book today at brain books Bethlehem. I want to buy more copies for xmas gifting for my nephews.

[@elizabethnadrau195]

Never play and undermine SouthAfrica ns they are just born with Talent. l like him ,he is also.friendly, if we keep on doing like this, we will reach the highest Point.

[@evanhochimbalanga2100]

much love from Malawi Rob, I reminisce how I loved your analysis @supersport

[@DAKALONEMAULUMA]

That ending brings chills down my spine! Gqim Shelele!!! Thanks Rob. I am going to get my copy as well.

[@vusaninkosi9521]

Gqimm Shelele✊✊✊✊

[@victormulaudzi9474]

I stop listening to those two Sports shows the day he left ...not planning to go back any time soon...The GOAT of sports.

[@mandlagingirikani]

I'm teary as i watch him do that sign off. I'm teary not because I'm angry but I'm teary coz i can see its possible.

[@pastormoeti8474]

Have to buy this book👌

[@sabelonxumalo4988]

Nostalgic moment-the handover at 7 pm between Ma-Always and Mr Gqim Shelele on MetroFM. You have to appreciate how Ma-Always effortlessly transition from interviewing someone who asks her 'who do you think you are talking to' a couple of days ago to the world of sports. She knows her sports, alright-a passionate Khosi and Gunner. A suggestion: Ma-Always anchors Robert's radio show to go deeper and examine all the themes in the book. Appreciate his openness about surviving two heart attacks and how he used his lived experience to educate us about the dangers of cardiovascular diseases. Edward Makhosonke Zondi of the Doube Zee fame is very proud of you wherever he is. Sesiyavala nje sesithi Qgim,

[@nkululekozulu6998]

Mkhatshwa. I couldn't have said it any better....I remember the line up at Metro FM, but the handovers from Rob to Sakina at 19:30 remain defining radio moments for me.

[@allanphadi1884]

My thoughts precisely!!

[@isaaclusunzi6862]

A real and proud south African

[@bongilemtshakaza4123]

Bring this guy back to the television

[@ruthmothupi2959]

Wow Rob! One of the best sports broadcasters that South Africa has birthed. Sort of a self made man. I salute you soon of the soil. An expert in your own write. Surely gonna buy myself a copy of your memoir. 👌💪👍❤️

[@oscarmagezi2824]

I love how Robert articulate himself and put the story to people

[@pastormoeti8474]

Robert Marawa the man on top of his game this is Inspiring👌

[@abongilematomane3447]

I'm definitely buying the book

[@nonhlanhlajordan4793]

A legend❤

[@mugobanyoka_ya_ntshava]

We miss him in Supersport...irreplaceable

[@xolanikhumalo3903]

Mahluphuthu gqimm shelele

[@joshuaborias4781]

"Well Done, ROBZEN....'Hola.Mjita' !! 'Against All ODDS'"

[@shadrackmotloung8243]

RM...pure class

[@ayandangcobo2666]

Wow Rob

[@afurakashomara3409]

We miss him in sport TV world so much, what really happened to his sudden departure

[@anelemenzi9174]

We miss you so much bra Rob on the National broadcaster its lacking a big name to lift it up ............Boring presenters nje phayana

[@ReckyD]

You got fired so what???? You got FIRED UP! Don't go down... Stay FIRED UP!!!

[@paulstoryHQ]

Amen

[@skengoinvestmentcc712]

@@paulstoryHQ He is one of the best.

[@sabelobizzahngubane3098]

Gqimmm shelele

[@nobahledubula3683]

Those 2 institutions Rob worked for are ungreatful

[@florenceshamase8104]

Ekhaya q

[@joelmalinga1862]

people who hate Robert are less human