Penguin Random House South Africa

Categories: Biography & Memoir, Local Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Adult
ISBN: 9781776094882
Published: October 2020
Imprint: Penguin Books (South Africa)
Page Extent: 176
Format: e-Book
RRP 270.00

Book of ProVerb

Tebogo Thekisho, Paballo Rampa

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Tebogo Thekisho, better known as ProVerb, first caught South Africa’s attention in 2005 with the release of his now classic debut hip-hop album, The Book of ProVerb. As a teenager he sought music wherever he could find it, and recorded his first demo at age 15, using his mom’s hi-fi. From there, he hustled his way into a multifaceted, award-winning media career in music, radio and TV, crafting a reputation on platforms such as Channel O, Jam Alley and YFM. For over a decade he has been a regular on TV screens as the host of Idols South Africa. In this memoir, Tebogo pays tribute to the people who’ve helped make him the person he is, especially his parents, his grandmother and his siblings. He shares the lessons he’s learnt through the different phases of his life with...

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Tebogo Thekisho

Tebogo Thekisho

Tebogo Thekisho is the host and co-producer of Idols SA and the presenter of two radio shows on Kaya FM. As a rapper, he released five acclaimed hip-hop albums. He is the proud recipient of a YOU Spectacular award in the 'Favourite TV Presenter' category. Tebogo is a formidable public speaker, MC and businessman who has served as a non-executive director for a travel and tourism company and has an extensive property portfolio. He is the doting father of two.

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Paballo Rampa

Paballo Rampa

Paballo Rampa has worked as a journalist, editor, columnist and social media manager. Her first book, Tumi Goes to the Park, was released in 2017 as part of a drive to improve childhood literacy in South Africa. She currently works as a digital-content marketing manager, is a member of the first IAB Digital Influencer committee and a judge for the Bookmark Awards.

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