RIP Rod Suskin Cape Town, Western Cape, African astrologer, writer and broadcaster has died
The global astrological community mourns the profound loss of Rod Suskin, who passed away in Cape Town, Western Cape, on 18th July 2026. A titan of his field, Suskin was not only the most influential figure in South African astrology but also a highly respected and revered astrologer throughout the world.
Suskin was a man of extraordinary erudition. His deep, scholarly understanding of celestial mechanics was matched only by his eloquent ability to translate cosmic patterns into accessible wisdom. As a writer, broadcaster, and teacher, he guided countless individuals, offering clarity and insight that transcended the typical horoscope. For many, including this author, he was a genuine inspiration—a beacon of intellectual rigour and spiritual sensitivity in a often-misunderstood discipline.
The nature of his passing feels uniquely significant to those who study the heavens. That he should depart this world as an exalted Jupiter resided in sidereal Cancer, forming a profound geometric pattern with the outer planets, is seen by many as a profound cosmic acknowledgement. It is as if the universe itself is honouring the breadth and depth of his contribution as a spiritual guide. This celestial configuration speaks to expansion, nurturing wisdom, and a legacy that echoes into the far reaches of collective understanding—a fitting signature for such a life.
Rod Suskin’s legacy is indelible. He elevated the practice of astrology in South Africa, championing it as a serious tool for introspection and growth. His voice, now stilled, leaves a silence in the airwaves and a void in the hearts of students and colleagues worldwide. Yet, his teachings, like the fixed stars he studied, remain a constant guide. He has not left the cosmos; he has returned to it, his life’s work a permanent chart in the annals of spiritual scholarship.