David Sejobe Opens Up About Family Betrayal in Viral Resurfaced Video” A video showed David Sejobe recounting losing his home through betrayal before his tragic death, touching thousands The beloved security guard cycled 170 kilometres daily, inspiring South Africans with discipline and perseverance, even while rebuilding his life
Mzansi flooded social media with tributes, vowing to honor him by building his home for his childrenThe clip, shared on Tuesday, 2 February 2026, by TikTok user Kasi Korner, has since gone viral, reopening wounds and sparking sympathy for the man many had come to admire for his humility and infectious spirit. Sejobe, a well-known MultiChoice front-of-house security officer based in Randburg, was fatally struck by a vehicle while cycling to work from Orange Farm, South of Johannesburg on Friday, 30 January 2026.
His passing shocked the country, especially after the resurfaced video revealed the depth of his personal struggles, detailing how he lost the home he had owned for nearly two decades and was forced to relocate to a shack settlement in Lenasia South, where he continued rebuilding his life for the sake of his children.
In the clip, which has now reached just under 80,000 likes and more than 1400 comments, Sejobe explained how important documents related to his house disappeared, leading to the loss of his property. Instead of seeking revenge, he turned to faith and forgiveness, choosing peace over conflict. Despite living in harsh conditions, he remained hopeful, focusing on creating a better future for his children while appealing for assistance to rebuild his home.
A life of sacrifice and inspiration
For nearly a decade, Sejobe became a symbol of perseverance, greeting motorists and pedestrians with energetic jumps and cheerful gestures that lifted spirits daily. His extraordinary commute of cycling around 170 kilometres every day between Orange Farm and Randburg became a viral talking point, inspiring many across the country.
@kasi.korner You wouldn’t think David Sejobe is about to tell a heartbreaking story just by looking at the big smile on his face. But that’s David—he finds a way to choose joy, even when life gives him every reason not to. 🇿🇦 Two years ago, David’s world was turned upside down. A family member sold the land his home sat on in Orange Farm, leaving him and his family with nowhere to go. They were kicked to the curb and have been living in a shack in Lenasia ever since. Most people would be consumed by bitterness, but David chose a different path. Instead of fighting back, he put that energy into building forward. He has already purchased a new piece of land and is slowly but surely brick-by-brick building a home for his family. 🧱 David’s spirit is a reminder that while we can’t always control what happens to us, we can control how we respond. #kasikorner #southafricatiktok🇿🇦 #southafrica #Lenasia #orangefarm ♬ original sound – Kasi Korner
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