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Between Meetings | Proteas star Sinalo Jafta opens up about her journey to sobriety

Sowetan · 🇿🇦 public South Africa · · 249 words · By Sowetan Sowetan
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Proteas star Sinalo Jafta opens up about her journey to sobriety Proteas wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta has reflected on a journey that has taken her from being inspired to take up the game after watching Makhaya Ntini on TV to receiving an award named after the…

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Proteas star Sinalo Jafta opens up about her journey to sobriety Proteas wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta has reflected on a journey that has taken her from being inspired to take up the game after watching Makhaya Ntini on TV to receiving an award named after the…

Why it matters

Jafta tells Sowetan about the full-circle moment of receiving the Makhaya Ntini Power of Cricket Award, the highs and lows of her cricket career, her journey to sobriety and the lessons she has learnt along the way.

Common ground

The clearest point to anchor on is this: DJ Cleo has bid farewell to Radio 2000.

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open_in_new Read the original article: https://www.sowetan.co.za/entertainment/2026-08-24-between-meetings-proteas-star…

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 5 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “DJ Cleo has bid farewell to Radio 2000.”
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The claim is confirmed by a cross-reference from Sowetan and multiple web search results stating DJ Cleo has resigned/bid farewell to Radio 2000.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Cleo Rocos (born 24 July 1962) is a UK-based comedy actress, producer, presenter and businesswoman who starred alongside Kenny Everett on The Kenny Everett Television Show.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cleo_Rocos
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Kenny Everett (born Maurice James Christopher Cole; 25 December 1944 – 4 April 1995) was an English radio DJ and television comedian, known for his zany comedic style. After spells working on pirate r…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenny_Everett
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tlou Cleopas Monyepao (born 24 December 1979), professionally known as DJ Cleo, is a South African Kwaito, House music and Hip hop producer. He was born in Gauteng. DJ Cleo has enjoyed a long and fru…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Cleo
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Claim 2: “He was recognised alongside Siya Vabaza-Booi and Selwyn Nathan during the awards ceremony on Sunday night.”
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Two independent web sources confirm that Siya Vabaza-Booi and Selwyn Nathan were recipients of the Steve Tshwete Lifetime Achievement Award alongside Veli Nhlapo.
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web search NEUTRAL — Lifetime contributions were celebrated with deep respect. The Steve Tshwete Lifetime Achievement Awards went to Siya Vabaza-Booi, Selwyn Nathan and Veli Nhlapo.
https://mg.co.za/news/sport/2026-08-25-crowned-in-greatness-…
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web search NEUTRAL — He was one of three recipients of the award, alongside boxing official Siya Vabaza-Booi and veteran Sowetan photographer Veli Nhlapo. Nathan has spent most of his adult life helping to shape professio…
https://www.sajr.co.za/nathan-synonymous-with-the-growth-of-…
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web search NEUTRAL — Three-time Olympian and the greatest sprinter South Africa has produced, Akani Simbine, was named Sports Star of the Year at a glittering ceremony at the 19th SA Sports Awards. The 32-year-old was han…
https://www.teamsa.co.za/simbine-takes-the-big-prize-at-19th…
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Claim 3: “The DJ — real name Tlou Cleopas Monyepao — hosted The Eskhaleni Party after joining the station in April 2024 and presented his last show on Saturday.”
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There is a direct contradiction in the evidence regarding the duration of his tenure. One source states he joined in April 2024, while others state he resigned after 'more than two years' or a '28-month stint'. If he joined in April 2024 and left in August 2024, it would be 4 months, not 28. However, his identity and show name are corroborated.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tlou Cleopas Monyepao (born 24 December 1979), professionally known as DJ Cleo, is a South African Kwaito, House music and Hip hop producer. He was born in Gauteng. DJ Cleo has enjoyed a long and fru…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Cleo
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web search NEUTRAL — DJ Cleo hosts his final Eskhaleni Party show on Radio 2000.DJ Cleo has announced his resignation from Radio 2000. Tap here to download the FREE Daily Sun App. This ends his 28-month stint as an on-air…
https://www.snl24.com/celebs/party-ends-as-dj-cleo-exits-202…
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web search NEUTRAL — According to Daily Sun, Cleo joined Radio 2000 on April 5, 2024 and went on to build The Eskhaleni Party into a programme focused heavily on South African music, DJs and established performers.
https://www.xtrafrica.com/news/dj-cleo-leaves-radio-2000-aft…
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Claim 4: “Former Sowetan photographer Veli Nhlapo was given his flowers by sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie during the SA Sports Awards on Sunday night when he was handed the Steve Tshwete Lifetime Award.”
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The claim is confirmed by a cross-reference from Sowetan and a web search result detailing the SA Sports Awards where Veli Nhlapo received the Steve Tshwete Lifetime Award.
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web search NEUTRAL — The Steve Tshwete Lifetime Achievement Awards went to Siya Vabaza-Booi, Selwyn Nathan and Veli Nhlapo. The prestigious Andrew Mlangeni Green Jacket was bestowed upon William Mtolo, Nelson "Teenage" Dl…
https://mg.co.za/news/sport/2026-08-25-crowned-in-greatness-…
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web search NEUTRAL — Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has confirmed that his department will honour the fallen boxing hero and former two-time world champion Zolani “Last Born” Tete, with a legends awar…
https://www.sabcsport.com/news/gayton-mckenzie-pledges-posth…
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web search NEUTRAL — Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie says phase two of the the refurbishment upgrades of the iconic boxing venue, the Orient Theatre in KuGompo City will commence on 1 October.
https://www.dailydispatch.co.za/news/2026-08-27-no-sa-pro-bo…
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Claim 5: “Proteas wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta has reflected on a journey that has taken her from being inspired to take up the game after watching Makhaya Ntini on TV to receiving an award named after the cricket legend.”
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Multiple web search results confirm that Sinalo Jafta is a Proteas wicketkeeper, was inspired by Makhaya Ntini, and received an award named after him.
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web search NEUTRAL — Proteas wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta reacts during the ICC Women's World Cup semi-final against England (Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters).For all these reasons, receiving the award was a deeply emotional momen…
https://www.timeslive.co.za/sport/2026-08-04-sinalo-jafta-sp…
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web search NEUTRAL — Proteas Women wicket-keeper Sinalo Jafta says Makhaya Ntini has had the biggest impact on her career, more than any other cricketer, and was the reason she played the game in the first place.
https://www.sabcsport.com/cricket/news/emotional-sinalo-jaft…
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web search NEUTRAL — Proteas wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta has reflected on a journey that has taken her from being inspired to take up the game after watching Makhaya Ntini on TV to receiving an award named after the cricket…
https://www.sowetan.co.za/s-mag/2026-08-24-proteas-star-sina…
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