While television was the first point of introduction to Tebogo ProVerb Thekisho for many South Africans, my generation discovered him through hip-hop.
Even after leaving the studio booth, his formidable pen has seamlessly transitioned into the world of literature.
In his 2020 debut, The Book of ProVerb , Thekisho adopted a largely retrospective lens. The memoir, named Best Biography Book at the 2025 South African Writers Awards, delves into themes such as marrying young, his early broadcasting career, struggles with depression and definitions of success.
