His passing was officially confirmed by his son, veteran kwaito musician Arthur Mafokate, on behalf of the family.
By Zuko Komisa

South Africa is mourning the loss of legendary equestrian pioneer Enos Mafokate, who has passed away at the age of 80.
Affectionately known as Kgosi ya Dipere the “King of Horses” Mafokate altered the course of South African sporting history by breaking through rigid racial barriers to become the country’s very first Black showjumper.
Starting his career as a groom, he rose through the ranks to compete at the highest level, opening doors in a discipline historically dominated by white athletes.
He committed his later life to expanding access to the sport, founding a riding school in Soweto that trained generations of young Black riders.
His son, veteran kwaito star Arthur Mafokate, confirmed his passing on Thursday through an official family statement:
“It is with profound sadness that the Mafokate family announces the passing of our beloved Enos Mafokate — husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, mentor and pioneering South African equestrian. We are deeply saddened by his passing and immensely proud of the extraordinary life he lived and the legacy he leaves behind. His legacy will live on.”
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