Biography
Robert Marawa (born 1 March 1973) is a renowned South African sports journalist, accomplished radio presenter and seasoned television presenter.
His extensive knowledge and expertise have made him one of the most respected and knowledgeable figures in his field. Marawa has lent his talents to many popular sports shows, including the hugely popular Football area, Extra timeAnd Thursday Night Livecaptivated audiences nationwide with his engaging commentary.
In addition to his contributions to the radio industry, Robert Marawa is also sought after as a motivational speaker, using his words of wisdom and encouragement to inspire and empower diverse audiences.
South African sports journalist
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| Full name: | Robert Marawa |
| Born: | March 1, 1973 (age 51) |
| Place of birth: | Vryheid, South Africa |
| Nationality: | South Africa |
| Education: | University of Witwatersrand |
| Height: | 1.72 meters |
| Parents: | Frank Marawa, Phumlile Zulu |
| Siblings: | Vanessa Marawa, Gugu Marawa |
| Couple: | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Thando Thabethe (present), Pearl Suchi (ex), Zoe Mthiyane (ex) |
| The children: | Awande Marawa |
| Job: | Journalist • Media personality |
| Net worth: | US$7 million-US$8 million |
Early life and education
Born on 1 March 1973 in Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal, Robert Marawa is a South African celebrity. He spent his formative years with his siblings, including notable sisters Gugu Marawa and Vanessa Marawa.
Both of his sisters have had a significant impact on South Africa, reflecting the influence of a talented and successful family. The Marawa siblings’ proud parents are Frank Marawa and Phumile Marawa, who played a key role in nurturing their children’s talents and shaping their destinies.
Robert Marawa’s educational journey began at Hilton Collegea respected institution in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. However, he decided to make a strategic change and moved to University of Witwatersrand in 1992, where he began his pursuit of a bachelor of law degree.
Career
Robert Marawa began his career in 1996, initially as a continuity presenter on SABC1. Over time, his involvement in sports programming increased, leading to him hosting well-received shows such as Laduma And Football areaMarawa’s breakthrough came in 1998 when he was selected as the main presenter for SABC1’s coverage of the FIFA World Cup in France. The opportunity demonstrated his deep expertise and unwavering passion for sports journalism.
In addition to television projects, Marawa has carved out a successful career in radio hosting. His notable shows include Metro FM’s 083 Sports@6 and Talk Radio 702 Robert Marawa Sports ProgramThe combination of extensive experience and relentless dedication has cemented Marawa’s status as one of the most respected figures in South African sports media.
In recognition of his contributions, Robert Marawa was named South African Sports Journalist of the Year in 2013. Furthermore, his significant impact on arts, culture, literature and journalism was honoured with the Order of Ikhamanga, Silver. This award is the pinnacle of recognition in the South African arts and culture sector, cementing Robert Marawa’s status as a respected and accomplished professional.
Social media
- Twitter: @robertmarawa
- Instagram: @robert_marawa
- Facebook: Robert Marawa
- YouTube: Robert Marawa
Personal life
Popular media personality Robert Marawa, 51, was once romantically linked to popular South African actress and businesswoman Pearl Thusi. However, fans were left disappointed when Marawa revealed that their relationship had ended, putting an end to their love story.
A renowned sports broadcaster, Robert Marawa shares parenthood with his ex-girlfriend Zoe Mthiyane. In July 2011, the couple welcomed their son Awande Marawa.
Despite the joys of parenthood, co-parenting has proven to be a challenging endeavor for the former couple. Zoe Mthiyane accused Robert Marawa of neglecting their child and failing to provide financial support. The disagreement escalated into a public dispute, marked by Zoe’s open letter to Robert in 2015, which exacerbated the ongoing issue.
Robert Marawa is not married but his current girlfriend is Thando Thabethe.
Net worth
Robert Marawa, a famous and successful sportscaster, is said to have a net worth of $7 to $8 million. This large sum of money is the result of his stellar sports broadcasting career, which spanned many years and brought him international recognition for his expertise.
For someone with such impressive financial resources, Robert Marawa is certainly enjoying a comfortable lifestyle filled with all the luxuries that money can buy.
