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Editor, mentor: To all who knew him, Dennis Pather was more than
an editor. He was a conscience – a Durban son whose commitment to
ethical journalism shaped generations. Photo: Shelley Kjonstad

Dennis Pather: a witty wordsmith

The renowned veteran journalist played a decisive role in shaping newsroom transformation

Marlan Padayachee

Editor, mentor: To all who knew him, Dennis Pather was more than
an editor. He was a conscience – a Durban son whose commitment to
ethical journalism shaped generations. Photo: Shelley Kjonstad

Tribute to renowned KwaZulu-Natal veteran journalist Dennis Pather

Pather, who died aged 80 at the weekend, made significant contributions to South African journalism and mentored countless aspiring reporters

Statement by SANEF