Johannesburg – Wednesday, 14 February 2024 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) would like to alert the public of an email correspondence purporting to be that of the SABC, threatening the public that they will be issued with a warrant of arrest for non-payment of TV Licence fees.

The public is advised to ignore the contents of a correspondence coming from an email address jjm@mega.bw (TV License Board). This is not an SABC email address, and the Corporation will not at any point threaten anyone with a warrant of arrest.

The SABC also advises the public not to download any statement from this fake email as instructed.

The SABC TV Licenses department can be reached on 011 330 9555 or can be accessed through an e-mail to tvlic.info@sabc.co.za  for a friendly and kind Customer Service. Alternatively, the public may use our secure website www.tvlic.co.za to download statements.

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Polokwane – Tuesday, 13 February 2024 – Munghana Lonene FM is pleased to announce the appointment of the Programmes Manager, Ms. Rose Tshabalala. Ms Tshabalala will be responsible for programming Strategy, content development and on-air presentation.

With 29 years of experience in the broadcasting industry, Ms Tshabalala brings a wealth of knowledge in radio programming. She started her radio career as a Freelance Presenter at Munghana Lonene FM.  Tshabalala is a veteran producer and senior continuity producer who holds a wealth of knowledge gained over the years from the station.

Her academic qualifications include a National Diploma in Public Relations from UNISA, People Management Programme from GIBS.  She is currently pursuing her Honours Degree in Integrated Organisational Communication at UNISA.

Business Manager of the Limpopo Combo, Mr Madikana Matjila said that “We have confidence in Ms Tshabalala and believe that her expertise will assist the station to deliver high quality content enhancing as well as continue to preserve and promote Xitsonga Culture and Heritage.

We wish the new Programmes Manager well in her new journey as Munghana Lonene Programmes Manager”.

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Johannesburg – Monday, 12 February 2024 – As the world celebrates World Radio Day tomorrow, the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), which is the country’s only public broadcaster, will commemorate the day with several panel discussions with some of the country’s key thought leaders, who will be reflecting on the last 100 years of radio broadcasting as well as the future radio in South Africa and globally.

The theme for World Radio Day 2024 is “Radio: A century of informing, entertaining and educating”, and there is no better example than the SABC, which with its 19 radio stations has been providing world class services to its diverse radio audiences in the language of their choice for over eight decades.

Focusing on the activities to mark World Radio Day, SABC Radio has partnered with two higher education and training institutions, WITS Centre for Journalism and University of Johannesburg, to hold dialogues where ideas will be shared by various experts, at UJ premises as well as SABC Radio Park. Individual stations will also hold various activities.

The below are the key SABC Radio broadcasts, which take place tomorrow:

• Phalaphala FM’s 09h00-12h00 show will broadcast live from the University of Limpopo.
• Munghana Lonene FM’s 12h00-13h30 show will broadcast live from the University of Limpopo.
• Thobela FM will also provide live reports from the University of Limpopo, as well as broadcasting live from Ditjong in Saxonwold to celebrate World Radio Day.
• Umhlobo Wenene FM will have a swap of the drive time shows for the day where the programme ‘iBrakfesi Eyondlayo Ekuseni’ team will take over the afternoon drive show and the afternoon drive team ‘Enochatha’ will take over the breakfast show slot.
• In line with the subtheme of educating the nation, the 09:00 – 12:00 programme on Umhlobo Wenene FM will be broadcasting live from Ndema Secondary High School in Tsomo, Eastern Cape, in partnership with Hollywood Bets Foundation.
• Lotus FM’s ‘The Breakfast’ which broadcasts from 06h00-09h00, will in collaboration with Ukhozi FM breakfast team, present the station’s breakfast show.
• Lotus FM’s 09h00-12h00 show ‘Style in the City’ will also do a simulcast broadcast with 5fm.
• Lotus FM’s ‘Lunch Break’ broadcast from 13h00-15h00, will conduct a simulcast broadcast with Radio 2000 and SAFM.
• Munghana Lonene FM and Thobela FM will do a simulcast on the ‘Tamintlangu Sports Show’ between 19h00-20h00.

All the SABC’s radio stations will commemorate this important day through various activities including interviews, interacting with the public to discuss the role of radio and of course going down radio memory lane.

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Gqeberha – Monday, 12 February 2024 – In celebration of World Radio Day on 13 February, Umhlobo Wenene FM, South Africa’s beloved radio station, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking change of two of its most popular drive time shows: Brakfesi Eyondlayo Ekseni and UWFM Drive Enochatha.

Brakfesi Eyondlayo Ekseni, the dynamic breakfast show known for its engaging content, vibrant energy and infectious laughter typically airs from 06h00 to 09h00 am in the mornings with PastorThe DJ, Mafa Bavuma and Mluleki Ntsabo on sports. On the other hand, UWFM Drive Enochatha, the Award-winning fast-paced staple in the afternoons led by Luks Gidane with his co-host Babe-Zee, Phethu Soga and TLG, dominates the airwaves from 15h00 to 18h00. In this unprecedented move, the anchors of both shows, PastorThe DJ of Brakfesi Eyondlayo Ekseni and Luks Gidane of i-UWFM Drive Enochatha, will swap time slots, bringing fresh perspectives and approaches to their new time slots while retaining some of the beloved features of their original shows.

This innovative change is not only a celebration of World Radio Day but also a nod to the 100th anniversary of radio in South Africa. As the world’s reliance on radio for communication remains steadfast, Umhlobo Wenene FM recognizes the unique role radio plays in reaching and connecting with audiences across the continent, especially in areas where access to television and internet may be limited.

“We believe this swap will enhance the intimacy between our station and our listeners, providing an opportunity for increased interaction with presenters they may not typically engage with during their usual time slots,” said Umhlobo Wenene FM Business Manager, Mr. Loyiso Bala.

For the on-air teams, this change presents a thrilling challenge as they adapt to waking up or winding down at different times than they’re accustomed to.

Umhlobo Wenene FM invites listeners to tune in and experience this exciting change on World Radio Day, embracing the spirit of innovation and connection that radio embodies.

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Media Enquiries: Mmoni Seapolelo (Acting Group Executive: Corporate Affairs & Marketing)

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Gqeberha – Wednesday, 7 February 2024 – It is with heavy hearts that Umhlobo Wenene FM announces the passing of two of the station’s esteemed colleagues, radio veteran Nomathamsanqa Rweqana and the award-winning writer for the triumphant Umhlobo Wenene FM drama series “Ithini Na Lento”, Sonwabo Yawa, who both passed away on 6 February 2024.

Nomathamsanqa Rweqana, affectionately known as “Reverend Rweqana,” graced the airwaves of Umhlobo Wenene FM from 2008 until her retirement on 31 March 2022, where she passionately served as a presenter for religious programmes. Her dedication to ministry extended beyond the microphone, as she took on additional administrative responsibilities, including the recording of devotions, prologues, sermons, and Imvuselelo. Nomathamsanqa’s shows included the now “Ngenan Emasangweni Ngendumiso”, a religious show that airs on Thursdays between 09:00am and 12:00pm and the iconic “Ndingu Yehova iGqirha Lakho,”, where her midnight knocks and her trademark phrase “Nkqo, nkqo, nkqo,  ndikwakho” were endeared by her  listeners from 03:00 – 05:30. She had been a beacon of comfort and healing for many, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the Liberty Radio Awards in 2017.

It is with great sadness that Umhlobo Wenene also mourns the passing of Sonwabo Yawa, the brilliant mind behind the award-winning drama series “Ithini Na Lento” and a 2008 drama series that focused on reducing the fatalities of initiates caused during circumcision entitled “Konakele phi?”. He started with the station when it was still radio Transkei in 1995, where he published “Ingalo Yomthetho Inde”, a book that was adapted into a radio drama for Umhlobo Wenene FM by the former drama producer Mr. Zolisile Mapipa, and saw him winning the accolade of Young Radio Drama Award. He later migrated to Umhlobo Wenene FM in 2007 as a freelance writer, where in 2010, he led a young group of writers that started the drama series “Ubomi yinzulu yolwandle”under the guidance of Mr. Thozamile ‘Sir Thoz’ Nyakatya and Ntombethemba ‘Tofee’ Zitshu.  In 2024, the name was changed to what is now the popular drama series “Ithini na Lento?” in order to accommodate an evolving youth and storyline.

Outside of being a drama writer on Umhlobo Wenene FM, he was a published novelist for school-adapted books and magazines, one of his poems “A man died long time ago” was read on Morning Live by the late Vuyo Mbuli for the show’s Women’s Day celebrations in 2008. He also translated a play that was commissioned on Ukhozi FM for Umhlobo Wenene FM. Sonwabo’s creativity and dedication to storytelling, captivated audiences nationwide and extended beyond the airwaves, earning the series numerous accolades, including the prestigious MTN Radio Award for Best Drama Series in South Africa in 2014.

Business Manager for the Eastern Combo radio stations, Loyiso Bala stated that “The loss of Reverend Nomathamsanqa Rweqana and Sonwabo Yawa leaves a void in the Umhlobo Wenene FM family and the South African broadcasting community. Their legacies will forever be remembered, and their contributions cherished. Our deepest condolences go out to their families, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time”.

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Johannesburg – Thursday, 1 February 2024 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) would like to address the false reports implying that Ukhozi FM Business Manager, Ms. Sbongi Ngcobo is under investigation and suspended.

Ms Ncgobo is not being investigated nor has she been suspended by the SABC as alleged in the public space. The SABC is aware of the variety of unsubstantiated allegations levelled against Ms Ngcobo and the irresponsible public statements, which are spearheaded by disgruntled individuals.

Whilst the SABC understands that the Corporation’s services and operations are in the public interest and the institution accounts to South African citizens, it has become increasingly imperative to appeal to anyone to ensure that information reported on, is without any intentional or negligent departure from the facts whether by distortion, exaggeration, or misrepresentation.

Ms Ngcobo remains the Business Manager of the SABC’s biggest radio station, which she has successfully led and achieved great milestones, with the recent accolade from the 2023 Radio Awards, where the station was declared the PBS Radio Station of the year.

All information pertaining to the status of  SABC employees, will only be communicated by the Corporation’s designated Communications Office and not individuals positioning themselves as voices of authority, with no allocated mandate from the SABC.

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RFQ ISSUE `DATE 24 JANUARY 2024

CLOSING DATE & TIME 7 FEBRUARY 2024 @ 12 PM

Submissions must be electronically emailed to RFQSubmissions@sabc.co.za on or before the closing date of this RFQ.
For queries, please contact Hlabane Mamogobo via email: Tenderqueries@sabc.co.za

Johannesburg – Thursday, 18 January 2024 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation’s biggest commercial radio station, METRO FM is proud to launch the much-anticipated 2024 installment of its flagship and music awards ceremony, the METRO FM Music Awards (MMA’s).

METRO FM and the Mpumalanga Provincial Government will host the prestigious METRO FM Music Awards 2024 in Mbombela, Mpumalanga on Saturday, 27 April 2024. This year’s edition of the awards, which are proudly headline sponsored by the Motsepe Foundation, promise to provide attendees with a lifestyle experience that is set to have the industry and revelers enthralled.

The launch of the Awards in Mbombela presents a perfect platform to provide METRO FM listeners, prospective clients and advertisers and other key strategic partners a glimpse into what to expect and insights into key locations within the province.

The partnership with the Mpumalanga Provincial Government is aligned with the brand’s objective to reinforce its dominance within its reach and the Province’s strategic intention to stimulate economic growth in the province through tourism.

The launch of the awards gives way to the call for submissions from artists and record labels for consideration as MMA finalists, and opens tonight at 23h59 on metrofmmusicawards.co.za.

The submission process will be followed by the finalists announcement event, the voting phase and a series of activations that will culminate into the main awards ceremony.

Ms Nada Wotshela, SABC Group Executive: Radio stated, “It is quite fitting that this year’s awards ceremony is hosted on freedom day as music has always played an integral part in influencing and shaping urban culture in South Africa. The 2024 instalment of the METRO FM Music Awards is a demonstration of METRO FM’s commitment to uplifting the South African music industry. The station continues to provide a platform to a variety of prolific artists and record labels, to contribute to one of South Africa’s richest exports, Music.”

Mr Godfrey Ntombela, HOD Culture, Sport and Recreation said, “The Mpumalanga Provincial Government takes pride in the recorded milestone of its partnership with the SABC. Through the Metro FM Music Awards, which we introduced last year, we have invested massively in the creative industry and has boosted the growth of the tourism sector. The awards were a huge success, and this confirms Mpumalanga as a Province with a capacity to host big events. This year the awards will be bigger and better and we look forward to welcome all our visitors to the event.”

METRO FM is aptly positioned to continue to be a platform that promotes and celebrates the wide spectrum of music genres in South Africa.

More information and updates on the MMAs can be accessed on metrofmmusicawards.co.za.

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Johannesburg-Saturday,13 January 2024-The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) and its partner HOLLYWWODBETS promises an exhilarating football spectacle ahead of the Total Energies AFCON 2023 set to start today.

The SABC and HOLLYWOODBETS together with another corporate partner, inked a partnership to collectively enable the millions of South Africans to have access to the most anticipated football tournament.

HOLLYWOODBETS’s Head of Operations, Morgan Shandu said “We are honoured to collaborate with the SABC once again, following the successful broadcast partnership of the global Rugby spectacle, which we made accessible to all South Africans.

Mr. Shandu further stated that “As a proudly South African business and leading sports betting operator, it is important that we play an active role in the community where spreading hope has always been a core principle of ours. We are pleased to be part of the process as we strongly believe that sports unite and brings people together and through such partnerships this has been made possible. We wish the South African national team all the best.” 

A total of 52 matches will be broadcast live by the SABC, including the opening ceremony and opening match, all matches that the Bafana Bafana participate in, quarter-final matches, semi-final matches, and the final and closing ceremony.

The audiences will be spoilt for choice with the best on-air talent for the studio build-up and wrap comprising of the expert analysis from the leading on-air talent of SABC Sport including Andile Ncube, Doctor Khumalo, Steve Komphela, Aaron Mokoena, Rhulani Mokwena, Bernard Parker, Thabiso Mosia, Vusiwe Ngcobo, Reitumetse Nkgapele, Simphiwe Dludlu, Esrom Nyandoro, Thabo Senong,Manqoba Mnqithi,Janine Van Wyk, Andile Dlamini, Hlompho Kekana, Owen Da Gama, Greg Etafia, Gloria Brown and William Katsande.

All the 52 matches of AFCON 2023 will be live on SABC 1, SABC 3, SABC Sport Channel on OVDH & DTT, SABC Plus, SABC Radio Stations in the language of their choice and livestreams on sabcsport.com.

The matches will also be available on a catch-up service on SABC Plus, including full matches and match highlights.

Audiences can also follow every single moment of AFCON 2023 on SABC Sport social media pages

   X , Instagram, and Facebook.

The full schedule of the matches is attached.

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Media Enquiries: Mmoni Seapolelo (Acting Group Executive: Corporate Affairs & Marketing)

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

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