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Rapper Itumeleng George Tladi, known as Tumi Tladi is dead

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By Samantha Allen
Published: July 10, 2022 | 10:27 PM

Rapper Itumeleng George Tladi, better known as Tumi Tladi has died on Sunday 10 July.

In a statement, the Tladi family says the rapper passed away in the early hours of the morning. The rapper was 30 years old.

“The family of South Africa hip-hop artist Itumeleng George Tladi today confirmed with profound sadness and loss, his untimely passing,” read the statement.

“Son, brother and uncle, Tumi Tladi (30) sadly passed away in the early hours of this morning (10 July 2022) in Johannesburg.”

Tumi Tladi began his career in the entertainment industry as a dancer, and with the help of tracks like Reel It In, Basadi, and Dumelang, he ruled the hip-hop scene.

He was listed as part of the 2021 New Wave on MTV Base’s SA’s Hottest MC list. He has worked with people including Tyler ICU, Moozile, Rouge, MustbeDubz, and Nadia Nakai over the years.

The rapper’s funeral arrangements will be revealed at a later time.

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Samantha Allen

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.