Dr Sindi van Zyl dies from Covid-related illness
Popular medical doctor and radio host Dr Sindisiwe van Zyl has died at the age of 45.
Her family confirmed in a statement that she passed away at a hospital in Johannesburg on Saturday morning.
"The Van Zyl family humbly thank everyone who stood together with them recently to help raise funds for Sindi’s hospital bill, in addition to the national outpour of prayer, love and support for her", the statement reads.
"She was a great doctor true friend and sister, and her love for family, friends, work and community is well known.
"Sindi always offered support and great advice to educate those around her.
"Not only was she a beacon of love and light on her Kaya FM show ‘Sidebar with Sindi’ and all her social media platforms, but she genuinely loved and gave endlessly to all she knew with grace and kindness".
The family has requested that their privacy be respected while they grieve her loss.
Details of van Zyl's memorial and funeral will be confirmed at a later stage.
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