MEDIA STATEMENT |  THE SABC BIDS FAREWELL TO ITS GROUP CEO MADODA MXAKWE  

Johannesburg – Tuesday, 20 June 2023-The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) bids farewell to its Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mr. Madoda Mxakwe.

Mr. Mxakwe’s five-year tenure comes to an end on 30 June 2023, the first SABC Group Chief Executive Officer to complete his contract in over 15 years.  Appointed in July 2018, Mr. Mxakwe joined the SABC at a time when it was facing governance failures, corruption, gross mismanagement, and a crippling financial situation.

Over the past five years, Mr. Mxakwe and the Management team worked closely with all employees and the Board to reverse the dire situation, setting the public broadcaster on a recovery path and rebuilding its credibility. Although the financial sustainability challenges still persist, the SABC stabilized under his leadership.

The SABC Board, on behalf of all the SABC’s internal stakeholders, would like to thank Mr. Mxakwe for his significant contribution to SABC and South Africa and wishes him well in his future endeavors.

Ends

Issued By :   Group Communications on behalf of the SABC Board

Media Enquiries:  Ms. Mmoni Seapolelo (Acting Group Executive: Corporate Affairs

                                    and Marketing)

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

TSHEBELETSO YA LESEDI FM E KETEKA DILEMO TSE 63

Selemong sena Tshebeletso ya Lesedi e keteka dilemo tse 63, mme ena ke phihlello e kgolo paleng ya kgaso. Monongwaha re hopola moo re tswang teng ho tloha ka 1960 re le Radio Sesotho, ra fetohela ho Sesotho Stereo ka 1994, ho fihlela re ba Lesedi FM ka 1998.  Lepetjo la rona e bile Boithabiso, Lesedi kamehla ho fihlela re ba tshebeletso e llelwang ke bohle, Ke Mollelwa ka 2016.  Lesedi FM haesale le ipabola ka hoba hara diayalemoya tse 5 tse ka sehlohong tsa SABC tse nang le bamamedi ba bangata ka ho fetisisa le ho bokelletsa matlole ho tlisa botsitso le boikemelo. Tshebeletso ena e ikgantsha ka dibohudi tse hlwahlwa tse hapileng dikgau tse ngata mekgahlelong e fapaneng e leng se tlisitseng tshepo le kananelo hara bamamedi. E nngwe ya dikatleho tsa bohlokwa  e bile hore kgetlo la pele botsamaisi ba tshelebeletso bo etelletswe pele ke Basadi feela ka 2020 ho bontsha bokgoni le boiphihlello ba bona.

 

Kgaso ena ya setjhaba e keteka ka tsela e ikgethang ho hopola le ho tlotla diqhoku tsa tshebeletso ena ka la 30 Phupjane 2023. Dikakapa tsena ke tsona tse betlileng tsela, ho bapatsa  le ho boloka puo le meetlo ya Basotho bakeng sa meloko e tlang.

 

Jwalo ka kgaso ya setjhaba ke boikarabelo ba rona ho tlisa phetoho bophelong ba baahi ka ho fana ka dikeletso le maele mananeong a rona a fapaneng ka tsela ya thuto, lesedi le boithabiso. Mananeo a rona a netefatsa hore re thusa setjhaba ho rarolla mathata a sona, ao se tobanang le ona letsatsi le letsatsi ka ho mema ditsebi ho arolelana tsebo e le ho fetola maemo a bona a bophelo. Re bile le kabelo  matsholong a mangata a kang ho fana ka matlo, dijo le diaparo, di-computer le di-bursary tekong ya ho ba imolla maqakabetsing a bona. Re ikotla sefuba ka hoba sealemoya se ratwang ke bohle ba buang le ho utlwisisa puo ya Sesotho.

 

THOBELA FM FETŠA MENGWAGA YE MASOMETSHELA THARO

Naa ke diphihlelelo dife tše dikgolo tša go ikgetha tša Thobela FM ge e fetša mengwaga ye masometshela tharo?

 

Ka go gata dikgato tšeo di ilego tša gatwa ke bašomi bao ba thomilego le kgašo ye, ka go tswala setswalle sa go ya go ile le magoši le baetapele ba setšo. Ka go thwala bontšhi bja baswa go godiša leleme la Sepedi. Ka go tšwela pele go etela mafelo le go gaša fao batheeletši ba rena ba dulago gona.

 

Naa seyalemoya sa Thobela FM se netefaditše bjang go kgatha tema ga batheeletši bjalo ka seyalemoya sa setšhaba?

 

Ka go dumelela batheeletši go tšea karolo ka go romela melaetša, go letša megala bjalo bjalo. Se se golo ke gore, Setiši se se sepela le mabaka, ka fao se na le mekgwa ka moka ya sebjalobjalo ya go boledišana. 

 

Thobela FM e tsebega ka go ba ketapele ya diyalemoya ka mo Limpopo mo e bile e wela ka gare ga di radio tše di kaone tše hlano ka tša go theeletšwa kudu ka mo Afrika Borwa. Naa ke mathadinthako afe ao le a šomišago go kgonagatša se?

 

Šetši sa Thobela FM se na le setswalle se se botse le magoši gammogo le baetapele ba setšo , se raloka mmino wa go bonala wa leleme la Sepedi. Šetši sa Thobela FM se šomiša tshwantšhetšo tšweledi ya Mahlakung go hlalosa ditaba tšeo di a ago setšhaba.

 

Setiši se se fa batheeletši sebaka sa gore ba tšee karolo go. Mananeo ka mokwa, go tšwa go dipoledišano goya go mmino.

 

 

Naa ke maikemišetšo afe ao o ratago go abelana le batheeletši ba thobela fm?

 

Thobela FM e tlo utulla badiragatši ba mmalwa ba go diragatša ka leleme la letswele.

 

Thobela FM e tlo tliša tshwantšhetšo tšweledi ya Mahlakung Bathong.

 

Thobela FM e tlo tšwela pele go bopa setswalle le makgoši

 

Thobela FM etlo thuša dikgwebo tše nnyane go gola.

 

MEDIA STATEMENT | RSG AND ATKV JOIN FORCES FOR THE 27TH ANNUAL RADIO DRAMA WRITING COMPETITION

Johannesburg – Tuesday, 13 June 2023-RSG, in collaboration with the ATKV, is proud to announce the launch of the highly anticipated RSG Radio Drama Writing Competition for the 27th consecutive year. This prestigious competition aims to showcase the creativity and talent of Afrikaans-speaking writers, providing them with a platform to bring their stories to life through the captivating medium of radio.

Radio dramas unfold within the theatre of the mind and engage and transport listeners into a world of imagination, therefore this opportunity inspire aspiring writers to be creative and prioritise the listener in their craft. Emphasizing the importance of radio dramas, Gerrie Lemmer, the CEO of Culture at ATKV, highlights their ability to deliver the art of words directly to the audience’s homes. The ATKV is honoured to partake in this collaboration, acknowledging the significance of radio in the lives of numerous Afrikaans speakers, as we strive to contribute to the advancement and safeguarding of the exquisite Afrikaans language.

With a total prize pool of R115,000, this year’s competition offers significant rewards for talented writers. The overall winner will receive R50,000, the runner-up will be awarded R25,000, and the third-place individual will receive R15,000. Additionally, a special prize of R15,000 will be awarded to the Young Writer (younger than 30 years). Furthermore, a merit prize of R10,000 will be granted to a drama chosen by the judges from the finalists who do not qualify for the top four positions.

In addition to the prize money, the winning radio dramas will also have the honour of being broadcast on RSG in 2024, reaching a wide audience across the country.

The scripts have to be submitted in Afrikaans and there is no prescribed theme. Entrants are required to submit original and previously unpublished radio dramas, with a duration between 40 and 50 minutes or a maximum of 45 A4 pages typed according to the competition rules. Each participant is allowed only one entry and a maximum of seven characters can be included in the script. Entries close on 31 August 2023.

To guide participants in crafting their compelling radio dramas, a comprehensive manual containing the competition rules and entry form is available free of charge on RSG’s  www.rsg.co.za. This includes a dedicated page with valuable writing tips to assist both aspiring and experienced writers in honing their skills.

The assessment process consists of several rounds, starting with the selection of ten to twenty texts in the first round. The chosen works will then be refined during the final rounds with the help of a mentor, leading to the submission of the revised texts for the ultimate judging phase.

Estel de Beer, RSG’s Senior Producer stated that “Mandate, highlights the significance of the radio drama writing competition as a vital tool for discovering new talent and amplifying diverse voices. The range of submissions received ensures that a wide range of topics and narratives are explored, enriching the experience for listeners”.

For detailed information about the competition and to access the competition manual, please visit RSG’s website at rsg.co.za.

About RSG: RSG is a renowned radio station committed to providing quality programming that entertains, informs, and inspires its listeners. With a strong emphasis on Afrikaans content, RSG serves as a platform for cultural expression and the preservation of the Afrikaans language.

About ATKV: The ATKV (Afrikaans Language and Culture Association) is dedicated to promoting Afrikaans language, culture, and heritage. It supports various initiatives and events that contribute to the growth and development of Afrikaans as a vibrant and diverse language in South Africa.

 

Ends

Issued By:                              Group Communications 

Media Enquiries:                   Ms. Mmoni Seapolelo (Acting Group Executive: Corporate Affairs and Marketing)

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

SABC Bisho Commercial Property for Sale

For more details, click on the links below:

https://onauction.brollauctions.com/results/commercial/for-sale

 

https://onauction.brollauctions.com/results/commercial/for-sale/bhisho/bisho-gardens/office/1086/10-independence-avenue-bisho/

 

RFP/LOG/2023/17:PROVISION OF CLEANING SERVICES AND SUPPLY OF HYGIENE PRODUCTS FOR SABC NW FOR PERIOD OF THIRTHY SIX (36) MONTHS

Bid Advertisement Date 05 June 2023

Bid Documents Available From
National Treasury’s tender portal
(http://www.etenders.gov.za)
SABC Website
(http://www.sabc.co.za/sabc/tenders/)

Bid Closing Date and Time 04 July 2023 @12:00

Contact details Tenderqueries@sabc.co.za
The SABC retains the right to change the timeframe whenever necessary and for whatever
reason it deems fit.

SABC 2’S BRAND PROPOSITION OF FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

In keeping with SABC 2’s brand proposition of family entertainment, the channel will see the return of the newly revamped children’s show, KNR (Kids News Room).  KNR is a news show specifically curated for children and is the perfect fusion between education and entertainment. The show is targeted at children who are between the ages of 7-16 with the aim of reflecting their diversity.  Further to this the show seeks to provide children with a platform to express themselves on how they see the world around them whilst encouraging learning, participation, and an inquiring mind.

KNR was first broadcast in English on SABC 2 in 2004 under the name Kids News and subsequently migrated to SABC 1 in 2006. The show has since found its way back onto SABC 2 and promises to convey news in an exciting way that will garner the interest of children around South Africa as the show will be delivered in a variety of languages ranging from Sesotho to isiZulu. The show will be anchored by four presenters whom the children will relate to , namely Bonolo Moahludi,13 years, Leavante Sheba,16 years; Ruvarashe Marumo,16 years; Ayanda Masango,16 years; Thabelo Makhode,13 years; Kago Mavunda,15 years and Mhlontlo Geleba,22 years.

“SABC 2 prides itself on fulfilling its license mandate of informal knowledge building through crafting content that is relevant and relatable to its multigenerational audience. KNR is a prime example of how the channel continuously delivers on providing an immersive family viewing experience,” said Brand and PR Manager, Melba Thompson.  KNR is set to TX on the 2 June on SABC 2 at 16:30 and every Friday after that.

For more information, publicity pictures, and interview opportunities call the SABC2 Publicity Office.

MEDIA STATEMENT | THOBELA FM’S 63rd BIRTHDAY MONTH ACTIVATIONS

Polokwane – Thursday, 01 June 2023 – Today, Thobela FM is celebrating 63 years of broadcasting, which is a major milestone to achieve. However, for Thobela FM, age has certainly not taken a hold of its performance in the industry. Thobela FM is still the number one (1) radio station in Limpopo and the top five (5) ALS (African Language Station) most listened to station in South Africa.

 

Thobela FM intends to give its listeners around Limpopo (Sekgosese Moshate), Polokwane, Soshanguve and Centurion surroundings, fabulous and memorable experiences through various activations to celebrate its birthday month.

 

The birthday activities are as follows:

01 June

  • Broadcasting of Thobela FM shows at the SABC Polokwane foyer and live performances from artists and poets the entire day including cutting of the birthday cake.

 

03 June  

  • Soshanguve Crossing Mall activations and Top 30 live broadcast and goodies giveaways.
  • Saturday evening at Cofi Centurion (live OB), DJing and dancing till late night.

 

04 June

  • Sunday church service live recording and OB at Praise Tabernacle Church in Soshanguve. 

 

10 June

  • Moshate Party

The station will go celebrate with its core listeners in Sekgosese village. There will be a whole lot of engagement and entertainment on this day.

  • DJing
  • Give aways to listeners
  • Live broadcasts
  • Traditional Dancing/Singing

 

24 June

On the 24 June, the station will be hosting an activation in representation of its age (63). It is the station‘s culture to celebrate at one of our lucky listeners houses. The station runs a competition where any listener staying at a house number like the number of years the station is celebrating stands a chance of winning a prize including a live broadcast at his/her house. Listeners that are staying at house number 63 will be encouraged to send an SMS (SMS Line) to enter the competition. The competition will run from 05 June 2023 until 12 June 2023.  The exact venue for the activation #House63 will be determined by the on-air competition, the house of the winner selected will be our broadcast location.

 

30 June

  • This will be a first for Thobela FM, taking the Mahlakung Drama Series out to the people in live theatre style (Library Gardens). The theatre act will be closing the birthday festivities for the month of June 2023.

Do come celebrate with us!

 

ENDS

Issued By: Group Communications

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

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

NEW SEASON. NEW FACES. NEW TITLE SEQUENCE

In the leadup to Season 12, the storyline centres around 2 young boys discovering a dangerous hidden treasure, that leaves one of their lives and a budding relationship hanging in the balance. The Magongwa and Maputla families exchange angry words and accusations, leaving us wondering if they will ever be able to get past their differences.

The 1st episode of Season 12 sees the return of Thabo ‘Tbose’ Maputla’ under unfavourable circumstances that threaten to tear a young couple apart.

The character of ‘Tbose’ has been recast and will now be played by actor and dancer, Hungani Ndlovu.

A new character is also being introduced to the show. Tazz Nginda will be playing the character of Sisanda Qhubeka. A charming, marketing strategist who oozes

sex appeal and great confidence. But not everyone will welcome him with open arms, as he subtly stirs trouble that leaves the Maphosa kingdom divided.

Look out for Tazz from the 14th July 2023. 

 

While we still plan to retain our original DNA through authentic and spectacular storytelling, Episode 1 of Season 12 will welcome a new, fresh and modern opening title sequence and updated logo. The concept is centred around bold expression and walking forward towards a brighter future.

So, whatever you do come the 3rd of July 2023 at 18.30pm, DO NOT SKIP INTRO!

 

SABC REGIONAL LIMPOPO OFFICE LAUNCHES MINI BROADCASTING MUSEUM ON AFRICA DAY 2023

On Africa Day, celebrated annually on 25 May, ‘The SABC Limpopo Mini Broadcasting Museum’, was officially launched by the organisation’s Regional Operations Manager, Mr Oupa Mamabolo, in Polokwane, Limpopo. This launch was in tandem with the SABC’s Media Library’s legacy project, ‘Radio Bantu’, where the ageless echoes of popular public broadcasters, whose voices endeared the loyalty of listeners to the public broadcaster, are honoured.

SABC Limpopo is arguably one of the biggest regions for the public broadcaster, with a rich pedigree in broadcasting. Since relocating its offices to Polokwane in 1976, throngs of listeners have been coming to the building to see their favourite radio personalities.

Located at 19 Hospital Street, this SABC regional office which houses the newly launched museum, has seen its powerful combo of Radio Lebowa (renamed Thobela FM), Radio Tsonga (renamed Munghana Lonene FM) and Radio Venda (renamed Phalaphala FM), endearing themselves to its legions of listeners, and establishing  loyal bases in becoming the pride of the people of Limpopo, and beyond.

Great broadcasters have risen to prominence out of this National Point Key, including out of the SABC’s studios in Thohoyandou where some of Phalaphala FM’s shows are broadcast.

In providing the public further access to the station, Munghana Lonene FM has created a satellite studio at Masingita Mall in Giyani, about two hours’ drive from Polokwane.

“Largely, a museum enhances a sense of self-pride, invokes a feeling of belonging but moreover, makes one feel proud of how far off we have come. The indispensable inspiration that this mini-broadcasting museum will bring us and generations to come, begs no description. For far too long, credit has been going to the hunter, it’s time the lion tells its own tale. We are indeed indebted to our frontrunners, the SABC’s Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) Mr Madoda Mxakwe and our Executive leadership for granting us the sheer privilege to serve,” commented Mr Mamabolo.

“Until the lion learns how to write, every story will glorify the hunter”-Chinua Achebe, Things Fall Apart, 1958

 

Limpopo Regional Office