Derek Watts, 74, Beloved South African Journalist and Broadcaster, Passed Away Peacefully on August 22, 2023

Derek Watts, a beloved South African journalist and broadcaster, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2023, at the age of 74. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Watts was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1949. He studied journalism at the University of Witwatersrand and began his career as a reporter for the Rand Daily Mail. He later moved to television, where he hosted a number of popular shows, including Carte Blanche and The South African Today.

Watts was known for his sharp wit and his fearless reporting. He was a vocal critic of apartheid and other forms of injustice. He was also a champion of the arts and culture.

Watts was a recipient of numerous awards, including the South African Press Award for Investigative Journalism and the Nieman Fellowship at Harvard University. He was also a member of the Order of Ikhamanga, South Africa's highest civilian honor.

Watts is survived by his wife, Belinda, and their two children. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and colleagues.