Touching tributes for digital pioneer Matthew Buckland

RIP #MatthewBuckland the news of your death has shaken me to the core. Thank you for your contribution to our world. I will miss our discussions...my deepest condolences to Bridget and the girls.

— BronwenA (@BronwenA) April 23, 2019

I have no words #matthewbuckland you were made of special stuff, the world feels emptier without you in it #RIPmatthewbuckland

— Angie Lazaro (@angielazaro) April 23, 2019

Devastated to hear @matthewbuckland has passed away. He was one of the originals, helping shape digital in SA. See his tweets - they encapsulate his passions. (He was there when I signed up to Twitter at the Rat & Parrot 12 years ago - still a vivid memory) #RIPMatthewBuckland pic.twitter.com/rfsU7ifHQO

— Arthur Goldstuck (@art2gee) April 23, 2019

It is with deep shock and sadness we learnt of #MatthewBuckland passing today. We acquired Matt’s company Creative Spark a number of years ago & worked closely with Matt until he left the Group with Burn Media, to refocus on his true publishing passion #RIP #DeepestCondolences

— Mike Abel (@abelmike) April 23, 2019

I worked with @matthewbuckland at eM&G & was in awe of how he shaped the SA digital media & tech scene since. What a loss, what a legacy.

— michelle_matt (@michelle_matt) April 24, 2019

So sad to hear about @matthewbuckland's passing yesterday. He was a pivotal figure in the South African digital community and a critical voice in the entrepreneur sector. Salut, Matt. Our coffee sessions at La Cuccina will be sorely missed.

— Fred Roed (@fredroed) April 24, 2019

I met @matthewbuckland on Jul 29, 2010 at a dingy little office on 35 Hope Street at the beginning of Creative Spark. It was the craziest 6 years of my life! An absolute honour to call him a close friend and mentor. Rest well Matt. ❤️ #RIPMatthewBuckland pic.twitter.com/3kjXXCKjjh

— Merlot Girl (@MerlotGirl) April 23, 2019