SABC MOURNS THE PASSING OF EDDIE FUNDE
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SABC MOURNS THE PASSING OF EDDIE FUNDE
 
Johannesburg-Tuesday, 22 May 2018 -The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) mourns the passing of Mr. Sonwabo Eddie Funde, former SABC Board Chairperson. He served on the SABC Board between 2004 -2008. The success and growth of the SABC under his leadership bares testimony to his wealth of knowledge and great expertise. He will be remembered for his humble yet assertive nature.
 
Following his tenure at the SABC, Mr. Funde represented the Republic of South Africa as an Ambassador to Germany. Throughout his career, he has been well positioned to navigate the transformation needed in the country. His meaningful contribution to society at large has not only left a positive impact but serves as the epitome of leadership that we can all draw inspiration from.
 
Prior to joining the SABC, Mr. Funde served in various public and private companies at executive and non- executive level, in the following capacities:
·         Founder Executive Deputy Chairman for the Council of the South African Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (SATRA, which is now known as ICASA);
·         President and Board Chairman of the South African Communications Forum (SACF); 
·         Executive Director for the South African Research and Development Trust;
·          Director of the Independent Development Trust  (IDT);
·          Non-executive member of the Board of Directors of Eskom Holdings Limited, these are amongst other prominent roles he occupied.
The SABC Board, management and staff would like to send condolences to the Funde Family, his friends and acquaintances all over the world. May they find solace in knowing that Mr. Funde’sachievements and actions inspired others to dream, learn, do and become more. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
 
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SABC MOURNS THE PASSING OF PHILLIP TABANE
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SABC MOURNS THE PASSING OF PHILLIP TABANE
 
Johannesburg–Saturday, 19 May 2018-The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) joins the South African citizens in mourning the passing of veteran guitarist and musician, Mr. Phillip Tabane.
Mr Tabane has contributed immensely to the South African music industry. One of his songs was featured on SABC 2’s popular soapie, Muvhango as an opening title sequence. His world-class craft and legacy will remain one of the country’s treasures which young aspiring musicians can draw inspiration from.
 
The SABC Board, management and staff would like to send their heartfelt condolences to the Tabane family, his friends and fans.
 
May his soul rest in peace.
 
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SAMA 24 Record of the Year Award’s two horse race

RSG wins again at Afrikaans media awards

 

Last Friday, the annual ATKV (Afrikaanse Taal en Kultuur Vereniging) media awards were presented at the stylish Katy’s Palace Bar in Kramerville, Sandton. These awards recognise journalists, producers, presenters and actors to commemorate and celebrate the responsible work they do in informing, educating and entertaining South Africans.

 

Photographer: Bernard Brand

 

RSG presenters and programme makers have won in the following categories within the Listen (Radio) Section:

  1. Best insert in a journal program: Johan van Lill for his insert on ‘Oude Libertas 40 jaar’ in RSG’s arts program
  2. Best presenter or interviewer of a news- or actuality program: Phil Loots for his program Fiks vir die lewe
  3. Best insert in a news- or actuality program: Izak du Plessis for his insert on ‘Paternoster vissers’ in Monitor
  4. Best journal program: Ilze Salzwedel for her program Skrywers en Boeke
  5. Best news- or actuality program: Melissa Tighy for ‘Landwye betogings teen Zuma’ in Spektrum
  6. Best documentary or program series: Jamaine Krige for Na die brande on RSG
  7. Best text for a radio drama or –theatre: Marion Erskine for Akwarius on RSG
  8. Best producer of a radio drama or –theatre: Bettie Kemp for Akwarius on RSG

There were also award sections for print media (read) and TV (watch). Digital forms part of each section.

Congratulations to RSG and all the award winners – truly inspiring and very proud of the talent at the SABC’s Afrikaans radio station!

www.rsg.co.za

 

Date: 18 May 2018

Issued by: RSG

For more information, contact Louise Jooste

Tel: 011 714-4979 Cell: 083-320-4835 Email: louise@rsg.co.za

SABC Presentation on the ICASA Discussion Document

SABC MOURNS THE PASSING OF MODIKO MOTHUPI
 
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SABC MOURNS THE PASSING OF MODIKO MOTHUPI
 
Johannesburg, Tuesday, 08 May 2018– The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has learnt with great shock and sadness of the sudden passing of one of the longest serving multi-talented presenter, Modiko Christian Mothupi.
 
Modiko Mothupi was a presenter and a technical producer. He was also an accomplished actor having participated in several productions for Motsweding FM. He started his career in broadcasting in 1989 at Radio Mmabatho in the erstwhile Bophuthatswana Broadcasting. He had been with the station until the integration with SABC in 1998. He then joined the SABC technical department where he was trained in technical production and was assigned to News where he occasionally voiced radio scripts. He also did voiceovers for adverts and it was not surprising that he became the station’s voice. His ever popular “Tsa Etsho” programme was the station’s specialized Setswana flagship show that enhanced and celebrated Setswana traditional music. He was also nominated for the South African Traditional Music Award (SATMA) for on-air traditional music presenter.
 
On behalf of the Board, management and staff we would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the Mothupi family and friends during this difficult time and would like to comfort the family with the thought that Mr. Mothupi played a critical role in the execution of programmes at the SABC.
 
He will be sorely missed. 
 
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SABC RESPONDS TO A MATTER CONCERNING TV LICENCE EMPLOYEES 
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SABC RESPONDS TO A MATTER CONCERNING TV LICENCE EMPLOYEES 
Johannesburg, Monday, 07 May 2018–  The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) would like to put the record straight on the matter concerning the employees who were relieved of their duties on Wednesday, 02 May 2018.
The SABC would like to put it on record that the employees referred to committed an act of misconduct in that they embarked on an “unprotected strike action” which was not in compliance with the provisions of the Labour Relations Act and SABC policies . Despite numerous attempts by Management to dissuade them from continuing with this unlawful action they continued with the action. Consequently they were  subjected to an internal disciplinary process which was in compliance with the requirements of procedural and substantive fairness.  The SABC management followed all the required prescripts  in arriving at the pronouncement, based on the submissions presented before the aforesaid disciplinary process.  It is also important  that we do not engage in any further detail in the public domain. 
 
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SABC MOURNS THE DEATH OF AKHUMUZI JEZILE
                
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SABC MOURNS THE DEATH OF AKHUMUZI JEZILE
Johannesburg, Sunday, 29 April 2018– The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has learnt with great shock and sadness of the sudden passing of the multi-talented Akhumzi Jezile. On behalf of the Board, management and staff of the SABC, we would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the Jezile family, friends and fans of Akhumzi.
Akhumzi started his career in broadcasting industry at a very young age. He presented one of South Africa’s most loved programme for children, Yo-TV on SABC 1. Akhumuzi’s passion’s for the arts saw him expanding his craft and getting into acting and producing various programmes.
Akhumuzi’s work includes acting on the popular, Khululeka Siyavota, an educational drama which focused on issues around voter education and democracy. He also featured on Tempy Pusha on SABC 1 where he scooped the South African Film & Television Award (SAFTA) for best supporting actor in a TV Drama for his role as Ngulube. At the time of his death, Akhumuzi was a  Producer  for Live Amp series on SABC 1. The SABC proud to have  been associated with Akhumuzi throughout the years; he practically grew up and spent his entire life on SABC television.
The SABC would like to extend its gratitude to the Jezile family for allowing Akhumzi to be part of the great men and women who have dedicated their lives to using their time to keep South African educated, informed and educated through their talent.
He will be deeply missed.
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SAFM PRESENTS EXCITING LINE-UP CHANGES
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SAFM PRESENTS EXCITING LINE-UP CHANGES
 
Johannesburg, Saturday 07 April 2018 – SAfm remains a radio station with the largest footprint in South Africa, and it is important to refresh, strengthen and rotate talent to ensure maximum output. The station believes its existing talent and with the augmentation of new personalities, it will remain relevant and ultimately deliver on audience numbers.
The new line-up presents much needed rotation of talent within, and we are excited to announce Stephen Grootes, Ernest Pillay, and Thabiso Mosia as new presenters joining the SAfm Family!
 
From Monday, the 09th of April 2018, listeners can look forward to the #SAfmSunrise with Stephen Grootes from 06:00-09:00 weekdays. The show promises to be hard-hitting, informative, and will ease audiences into the day ahead.  Following that is no stranger to the station Bongi Gwala, on The Talking Point from 09:00 – 12:00 with in depth discussions on days topical issues. Criselda Dudumashe brings her well rounded approach to daytime radio between 13:00 – 15:00 weekdays.
 
Ernest Pillay joins the SAfm family to present the afternoon show from 15:00 – 18:00. He brings to the show his wealth of experience as a seasoned presenter spanning over 25 years.
 
SAfm Market Update with Money web provides in-depth analysis on the business and topical economic news between 18:00 – 19:00. Thabiso Mosia kicks in from 19:00 – 20:00 with key sports matters of the day. Ashraf Garda will then unpack socio- political matters on Monday to Thursday from 20:00 – 22:00.
 
SAfm weekends will never be the same, now with more music and less talk presented by seasoned broadcasters such as Michelle Constant, Shado Twala, Rowena Baird and Ricky Stevens to list a few.
 
The station recognises the holistic pivotal role played by news and current affairs. The current affairs programmes will be presented by Tsepiso Makwetla delivering the morning instalment between 05h00 and 06h00 weekdays whilst  Sakina Kamwendo continues with in-depth discussions and breaking stories midday from 12h00-13h00. Elvis Presslin will present the weekend slots between 06h00-07h00.
 
“We invite South Africa to tune in on the 9th of April 2018 and enjoy what SAfm has to offer.  We wish all our  presenters the best and have no doubt that they will make a meaningful contribution to ensure that SAfm dominates the airwaves as a national talk radio station in South Africa”, Peter Mashamba, Acting Station Manager.
 
 
Below is the SAfm New On-Air Schedule
 
Monday – Friday
Time channel
Presenter
00:00-03:00
Stephen Kirker
03:00-05:00
Khanyi Magubane
05:00-06:00
Tsepiso Makwetla
06:00- 09:00
Stephen Grootes
Brad Brown (Sport)
09:00- 12:00
Bongi Gwala
12:00- 13:00
Sakina Kamwendo
13:00 – 15:00
Criselda Dudumashe
15:00 – 18:00
Ernest Pillay
Thabiso Mosia (Sport)
18:00- 19:00
Monday – Thursday
Moneyweb
19:00 – 20:00
Monday – Thursday
18:00 – 19:00 (Fridays)
Thabiso Mosia
20:00 – 22:00
Monday – Thursday
Ashraf Garda
22:00 – 00:00
Monday – Thursday
Naledi Moleo
19:00 – 21:00
Fridays
Lizette Khan
21:00 – 00:00
Fridays
Jon Gericke
Saturdays
Time channel
Presenter
00:00 – 03:00
Mandla Shongwe
03:00 – 06:00
Sidwell Mhlongo
06:00 – 07:00
Elvis Presslin
07:00 – 10:00
Michelle Constant
10:00- 13:00
Shado Twala
13:00 – 16:00
Rowena Baird
16:00 – 19:00
Ricky Stevens
19:00 – 21:00
Lizette Khan
21:00 – 00:00
Jon Gericke
 
Sundays
Time channel
Presenter
00:00 – 03:00
Mandla Shongwe
03:00 – 05:00
Sidwell Mhlongo
05:00 – 06:00
The Church Service
06:00 – 07:00
Elvis Presslin
07:00 – 10:00
Michelle Constant
10:00 – 13:00
Shado Twala
13:00- 16:00
Rowena Baird
16:00- 19:00
Ricky Stevens
19:00 – 20:00
Naye Lupondwana
20:00 – 21:00
Documentaries & Drama
21:00 – 00:00
Music
 
 
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SABC SADDENED BY THE PASSING OF STRUGGLE VETERAN WINNIE MADIKIZELA-MANDELA

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SABC SADDENED BY THE PASSING OF STRUGGLE VETERAN WINNIE MADIKIZELA-MANDELA

Johannesburg, Monday 02 April 2018 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), is saddened to learn of the passing of struggle veteran Mama Winnie Madikizela- Mandela, a remarkable brave woman who fought and sacrificed so much for South Africans to know what it truly means to be a rainbow nation.

Mama Winnie played a pivotal role during the apartheid era which contributed immensely to the dawn of democracy in South Africa. Her iconic contribution to the struggle earned her the ‘Mother of the Nation’ title. Like a true mother nurturing and protecting her children, she fought tirelessly for the liberation of her people.

Mama Winnie has been interviewed on various SABC platforms, narrating the rich history of this country. Even post liberation she has continued to be the face and voice of hope, unity and courage.

The SABC Board, Management and Staff send their heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and cadres. Hamba kahle Mama Winnie! Yours was a life worth celebrating and a story worth sharing, the SABC Archives will ensure that your legacy lives forever. May your soul rest in peace.

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