Biography
Dimakatso Ratselane (born 1989) is a veteran radio personality from South Africa. She has established herself as a professional producer and presenter at Lesedi FM.
In a remarkable 15-year career, she has emerged as a key figure at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) since its inception in January 2004.
Dimakatso Ratselane’s steadfast dedication and unwavering commitment to her profession have received due recognition, and on 1 June 2019, the SABC board and management recognised her outstanding performance for her “unwavering service” to the organisation.
South African radio personality
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Full name: | Dimakatso Madisema Ratselane |
Born: | 1989 (35 years old) |
Place of birth: | Senekal, Free State, South Africa |
Nationality: | South Africa |
Education: | Do not have |
Height: | 1.58 meters |
Parents: | Do not have |
Siblings: | Do not have |
Couple: | Mackenzie Ratselane (break up) |
Boyfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
The children: | Do not have |
Job: | Radio personality |
Net worth: | 60,000 USD |
Early life and education
Dimakatso Ratselane, born in 1989, is a popular radio presenter of Lesedi FM Radio, from Senekal in the Free State Province.
However, she has kept her upbringing, family background, and childhood life a secret, choosing not to reveal such information to the public. However, her fans admire and appreciate her captivating on-air presence and charismatic personality.
Dimakatso Ratselane keeps information about his educational background private.
Career
With a long career as a radio presenter, Dimakatso Ratselane has been a key part of SABC’s Lesedi FM for many years. Her responsibilities at the station include presenting news segments on various programmes.
Her engaging and informative approach has garnered her a significant listener base across the country. While it is not yet clear whether she began her media career at Lesedi FM or elsewhere, the station stands out as the only known place of employment during her career. Unfortunately, details of Dimakatso Ratselane’s early years as a radio personality are not available in her career profile.
Social media
- Facebook: Dimakatso Folotsi-Ratselane
- Instagram handle: @folotsiratselane
Personal life
Dimakatso Ratselane, a popular Lesedi FM presenter, was allegedly stabbed multiple times by her husband, Mackenzie Ratselane, on February 11 in Mangaung, Bloemfontein. An arrest warrant for Mr Ratselane, 39, was issued on Monday, February 15, following unsuccessful attempts by police to contact him. After several days on the run, he was arrested in Ennerdale, Johannesburg, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021.
The tragic incident occurred as the couple reached their destination, where the husband accused his wife of cheating and a heated argument escalated into violence. Mackenzie stabbed Dimakatso multiple times, causing serious injuries and leaving her in critical condition. Discovered by locals in the middle of the night, she was rushed to Pelonomi Hospital for emergency treatment. Due to the severity of her injuries, she was unable to communicate when she was found. Mackenzie fled the scene and was declared missing by authorities.
The stabbing of Dimakatso Ratselane prompted swift action from the South African police department, who launched an investigation and stepped up efforts to locate the suspect. Social media was used to circulate images of Mackenzie, with the public urged to come forward with any information that would assist in the search. Law enforcement is determined to bring Mackenzie to justice for his crimes against Dimakatso.
After six days on the run, police found Mackenzie in a house in Ennerdale, Johannesburg. He spent the night behind bars when he was arrested and appeared in the Bloemfontein Magistrates Court on 18 February 2021 for a preliminary hearing. He faces charges ranging from possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition to assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, kidnapping and attempted murder.
Net worth
Dimakatso Ratselane is a radio personality with exceptional skills and a net worth of $60,000.