It is with great sadness that the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has learnt of the untimely passing of publisher, Nadia Goetham, who passed away on Sunday 25 April, due to COVID-19 related complications.
 
Goetham carved her career in print journalism and went on to establish a fruitful career in the publishing arena, where she created a monumental impact. She joined Jacana Media in 2015; first as a production manager, then went on to fulfill her highest calling as a publisher.
 
Minister Nathi Mthethwa said, “Ms Goetham was a literary powerhouse. Not only did she understand the importance of books and storytelling, she was extremely passionate about developing others. She believed in people and helped first-time authors to believe in themselves and the power to tell their stories. She validated the dreams of others and will always be remembered for her contribution to the world of literature. Her legacy will live on in every author she poured into and every life she touched.”
 
Goetham’s passing is undoubtedly a huge loss to the literary industry. The Department of Sport, Arts and culture extends its deepest sympathies to her family, friends, book lovers and the literary world at large.