Johannesburg – Thursday, 8 May 2025 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Lwazi Mthabela as the Business Manager for Ukhozi FM.

Mr Mthabela has over 15 years of experience in the radio and agency environment that spans from sales, advertising strategy, media, and client services. His most recent position, prior to this appointment, was that of Marketing Manager for Ukhozi FM from September 2021.

His career highlights include occupying the role of Account Manager at Avusa Media, Account Manager-SAB and Public Sector Account Manager at Gagasi FM. He was later appointed as a Key Account Manager and Commercial lead, at the same station, where he honed his experience in managing key accounts and driving business growth in the radio industry.

He has worked with prominent advertising agencies, managing accounts and developing marketing strategies as an Account Manager at TBWA Worldwide and Ogilvy & Mather Durban.

Mr Mthabela’s educational background also provides a solid foundation for this role. He holds a B-Tech degree in Management from Durban University of Technology (DUT), as well as a Certificate in Management Development from the same university. He is currently enrolled in a postgraduate diploma in Project Management at the University of Stellenbosch.

SABC management wishes him well in this new exciting role.