South African comedian Trevor Noah is to replace Jon Stewart on The Daily Show, the New York Times reports.The 31-year-old made his debut as a contributor to the nightly satirical show last December.His first appearance took aim at racial tensions in the US, saying: "I never thought I'd be more afraid of police in America than in South Africa."Stewart announced he would be stepping down in January. He has hosted the influential comedy show for 16 years.The presenter has yet to set a timetable for his departure, but the selection of a replacement should make the task easier.Producers will want to give Noah time to settle into this new role before next year's Presidential election.Speaking to the New York Times from Dubai, where he is on tour, the comedian expressed disbelief at his appointment."You don't believe it for the first few hours," he said. "You need a stiff drink, and then unfortunately you're in a place where you can't really get alcohol.""I'm thrilled for the show and for Trevor," said Stewart in a statement. "He's a tremendous comic and talent that we've loved working with."South African reaction: Milton Nkosi, JohannesburgSouth Africans are overjoyed at the news that their compatriot will succeed Jon Stewart on the Daily Show. It was even the lead story in some local news bulletins.The Soweto-born comedian is a much-loved figure here. In a polarised country like South Africa he cuts across racial divisions with his great sense of humour.The department of Arts and Culture told me it was great news."No doubt this is a big development for Mr Noah's career and a resounding statement that South Africa has the artistic talent of international stature and calibre," said spokesman Sandile Memela."We wish to congratulate him on this significant achievement."Trevor Noah's funniest jokesWho is Trevor Noah?The star added he "may rejoin [The Daily Show] as a correspondent just to be a part of it!"Comedian Chris Rock, who had been touted as a possible replacement for Stewart,tweeted: "Thank you President Obama"Under Stewart's guidance, The Daily Show has become one of the most important political programmes on US television.

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There he is

My boy! Congrats to him.

PunkyOh:
My boy! Congrats to him.

He is going places

His going to change the world of comedy.......PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN

vandalZA:
His going to change the world of comedy.......PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN

Not too fast, Americans are on his case about tweets he posted 4yrs ago, jokes about jews and white ladies. These guys are mad that an african will be taking over from stewart.

Lets pray he wont be cut-off, you know americans and jews. you offend a jew you are an enemy to america. But Trevor noah offends everyone, they better get used to him. while he offends the rest of us, are jews gods that they cant be offended.

SOUTH AFRICA!!