Jayant Jhina (10 February 1937 – 03 April 2021)
It is with great sadness that the Laudium community learnt of the passing away of business legend Mr Jayant Jhina. Born is Louis Trichardt, he later moved to Pretoria, where he spent most of his years in Laudium. He left South Africa in the late 70s for a 5 year stint in New York, before yearning to return to the Laudium community. His love of construction emanated in his many building projects including Jhina Centre, Jhina City (now HS Ebrahim Centre) and multiple family homes. He opened Jhina & Sons Imperial Outfitters, clothing store in 1971 and was instrumental in securing many well-known American brands including Converse and Lee Jeans among others. He also manufactured and distributed a variety of clothing and shoes. He owned multiple different businesses over the years from dry cleaning and vegetables to Laudium’s very first Pizza place, Pizza Craze.
A well known community man, he valued his daily visits to his fellow tenants, store owners, friends and family. An entrepreneur and visionary with a love of travel who was always well dressed.
He leaves behind his wife Prabha and three children Samir, Preena and Mayur.
Yusuf Essa Choprop : Deepest Condolences to the Jhina Family. A wonderful human being. A great loss to our community. May his soul rest in peace.
Neeta Gokal : Our Heartfelt Condolences to Prabhaben, Samir, Preena & Mayur. Prayers for Jayantbhai’s Soul for Peace & Light. Jai Shree Krishna
Neeta, Nitin and Illaben Gokal
Moulana Abubakir Chogley : Uncle shared excellent qualities of goodness with our community. Well dressed, well spoken and had the well-being of many at heart. Our prayers and sympathies go out to the family.
Dr AbdulAziz Joosub : One of the most well dressed, well known and good natured pioneer businessman of Laudium. Rest in peace.
