TRIBUTE: In Memoriam: Estelle Ellis, Daily Maverick’s ‘lisquito’-in-chief, is laid to rest
‘Estelle’s compassion shone through her writing and made me a more caring person too — her life was too short, but her memory will be a blessing!” Readers remember a journalist whom one calls the Mother Theresa of South Africa. An author, philanthropist, humanitarian and journalist, Estelle lived to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable. Long live Estelle’s spirit, long live.
Estelle Ellis, a daily journalism icon and the "lisquito" of Daily Maverick, passed away after a long battle with illness. Her colleagues and readers are mourning the loss of a journalist who dedicated her life to shining a light on the struggles of ordinary South Africans. Estelle's compassion and dedication towards her work earned her the admiration of many in the journalism world. She was not only a fierce advocate for her subjects but also a beacon of hope for those who needed it most.
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