MEDIA STATEMENT | IKWEKWEZI FM UNVEILS PROGRAMMING UPDATE AND AN EXCITING 2025 LINE-UP

Johannesburg – Monday, 31 March 2025 – Ikwekwezi FM, the pulse of the Ndebele-speaking community, is proud to present its invigorating 2025 programming line-up. Packed with familiar favorites and refreshing new additions, this year’s schedule is tailored to inform, entertain, and connect with our listeners in a way that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.

With an unwavering commitment to top-tier broadcasting, Ikwekwezi FM continues to be a trusted companion, offering a vibrant mix of engaging personalities, thought-provoking discussions, and an unbeatable music selection.

A Winning Breakfast and Drive Show Duo
Wake up to the energy of Sivukile Breakfast Show, where Bussai Mathebula, Bobo da Beat, and McDonald Mahlangu bring the perfect blend of lively discussions, breaking news, and trending topics. In the afternoons, DJ R-Voonah and Big Joe turn the drive home into an unforgettable experience on Sibuya Nawe Express Lane, keeping you informed and entertained.
Listeners can look forward to fresh energy on Vuka Uzithathe, hosted by Mvelo Mahlangu and Jay Dee Mahlangu, setting a positive tone for the early mornings. DJ Mpumi takes control of Friday nights on Azitjhe, delivering the beats that ignite the weekend, while Thandymamakhe keeps the nighttime airwaves warm with Hlala Nami and Siyithoma la, engaging listeners with heartfelt conversations and great music.

Weekend Shows That Keep You Hooked
Saturdays and Sundays are packed with diverse content. Youthful energy shines on Jika Majika with Mvelo Mahlangu, while sports enthusiasts will relish the expert analysis on Zitheziwe, hosted by Mbuzana and Lady B. Sundays provide a space for spiritual reflection with Nginomelusi by Mvelo Mahlangu and Thaba Nathi by DJ Mpumi, delivering uplifting content that soothes the soul.

For those who enjoy winding down, Sizigedlile with Mindloluv and Mabizwasabele is the perfect late-night companion, blending smooth tunes with engaging, laid-back conversations to help listeners ease into the night.

Ikwekwezi FM remains committed to delivering exceptional programming that speaks directly to its listeners. Whether it’s keeping you informed, entertained, or inspired, the 2025 line-up promises to keep you connected to the heart of the conversation. Tune in and experience radio at its finest!

For more details, visit www.ikwekwezfm.co.za or follow us on social media for the latest updates.

 

Ikwekwezi FM Line up for 2025

 

Show Time Day of the Week Presenters Name of Show
00h00 –   03h00 Monday – Friday Automation Automation
03:00 –    05:00 Monday- Tuesday

 

Wednesday – Friday

Mvelo

 

Jay Dee

Vuka Uzithathe
05h00 –   06h00 Monday – Friday CURRENT AFFAIRS Ngezibhula Umbethe
06:00 –    09:00 Monday – Friday Bussai Mathebula,  Bobo da Beat & McDonald Sivukile Breakfast Show
09:00 –   12:00 Monday – Friday Gusheshe Emthonjeni
12:00 – 15:00 Monday – Friday Biziwe Siditjhile Midday Show
13:00 – 13:45 Monday – Friday CURRENT AFFAIRS Sidemba Zemini
15:00 – 18:00 Monday – Friday DJ R-Voonah & Big Joe Sibuya Nawe Express Lane
18h00 – 19h00 Monday – Friday CURRENT AFFAIRS Zibuya Nabazumi
19h00 – 21h00 Monday – Thursday Thandymamakhe Hlala Nami
19:00 – 21:00 Fridays Thandymamakhe Siyithomala
21:00 – 00:00 Monday-Thursday Mindloluv Sizigedlile
21:00 – 00:00 Fridays DJ Mpumi Azitjhe
00:00-03:00 Saturday Automation Automation
03:00-06:00 Saturday Thisila Kusile
06:00-07:00 Saturday CURRENT AFFAIRS Ngezeveke le
07:00-09:00 Saturday Mawaza Siyatjhagala
09h00 – 12:00 Saturday Mvelo Jika Majika
12:00-15:00 Saturday Tjhida Ngitjhudule Sbu Kurnarha
15h00 – 18h00 Saturday Mbuzana & Lady B on sports Zitheziwe
18:00–21:00 Saturday Dj Mpumi Ungasali
21h00 – 00h00 Saturday Mabizwasabele Sagawena
00h00 – 03h00 Sunday Automation Automation
03:00  –  06:00 Sunday Thisila Kusile
06:00  –   07:00 Sunday CURRENT AFFAIRS Ngezeveke le
07:00 – 09:00 Sunday Jay Dee Avulekile Amasango
09h00 – 12h00 Sunday Mvelo Nginomelusi
12h00 – 15h00 Sunday J.A.B.U Ngezikhamba Nomoya
15h00 – 18h00 Sunday Mbuzana & Lady B Ngezikhamba Nomoya
18:00  –   19:00 Sunday Branco Sithini IsiNdebele
19:00  –   21:00 Sunday Dj Mpumi Thaba Nathi
21h00 –  00h00 Sunday Mabizwasabele Sizigedlile

 

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Issued By:                             Group Communications

Media Enquiries:                  Mmoni Ngubane (Head of Communications)

ngubanemv@sabc.co.za     T. 011 714 3057| C. 073 688 1590