David Sejobe made people feel welcome before their day had even begun. In honouring his life, South Africans are now returning that same generosity to the family he leaves behind.
Johannesburg, South Africa (01 February 2026) – You didn’t need to know David Sejobe personally to feel his impact. You just needed to pass by, slow down for a moment, or exchange a smile.
Since the news of his passing, South Africans from all walks of life have come together to honour a man whose kindness made ordinary days feel a little lighter. Messages of love, gratitude and remembrance have poured onto social media. Colleagues, friends, familiar faces and even strangers have shared stories of brief encounters that somehow stayed with them. A greeting at the gate. A moment of encouragement. A presence that made people feel seen, even on the busiest of days.
At the MultiChoice Randburg office, where David worked as a front-of-house security officer since 2015, that presence was part of daily life. He wasn’t just the person checking access or directing visitors. He was the person who asked how you were and meant it. The one who greeted you with warmth and joy, no matter the weather, the traffic or the mood you arrived in.
“It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved colleague and friend, David Sejobe,” reads the message shared by colleagues who have since rallied around his family.
“David was a familiar and cherished presence to so many of us. As a front-of-house security officer at the MultiChoice Randburg office since 2015, he greeted colleagues, visitors, and passers-by each day with warmth, joy, and a smile that made people feel seen and welcomed.”
The day following his passing, colleagues set up a crowdfunding campaign to support David’s family, with an initial goal of raising R20,000. Within just 24 hours, more than R170,000 had been donated. The response has been overwhelming, both in numbers and in sentiment, with contributions from people who worked alongside him, those who greeted him daily and those who simply heard his story.
“We are coming together as colleagues, friends, and community members to support David’s family during this incredibly difficult time,” the campaign message explains. “Funds raised through this campaign will go towards funeral and memorial service expenses, as well as immediate support for David’s family as they navigate this loss.”
For many South Africans, David’s name is not unfamiliar. In 2022, his story captured the country’s hearts when he embarked on a long-distance cycling journey from Orange Farm to Venda to honour his late father. David cycled to work every day, a two-hour round trip, after his father encouraged him to take up cycling to help manage his diabetes and asthma. What started as a personal act of care became a source of inspiration for countless others. That journey, undertaken with determination and pride, shone a light on who David was beyond the uniform. A man of true character. A man who believed in showing up for his health, his family and his community. A man who understood that even the hardest roads could be travelled with purpose.
MultiChoice confirmed David’s passing in a statement that reflected the deep respect and affection he earned over nearly a decade of service. He was remembered for his professionalism, his positive spirit and the genuine care he showed to everyone who came through the gates.
“For many, David’s friendly greetings and daily interactions along Bram Fischer Drive became a welcome and uplifting part of the day,” the statement read.
“He represented the values of respect, kindness and human connection, and his contribution extended well beyond his formal role.”
That contribution is now being reflected back through the collective response to his loss. The funds raised, the messages shared, and the stories told all point to the same truth: David made people feel better simply by being himself.
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