{"id":17834,"date":"2025-03-25T12:13:47","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T10:13:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/?p=17834"},"modified":"2025-03-25T12:13:47","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T10:13:47","slug":"media-statement-trufm-unveils-fresh-programming-line-up-effective-1-april-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/media-statement-trufm-unveils-fresh-programming-line-up-effective-1-april-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"MEDIA STATEMENT | TRUFM UNVEILS FRESH PROGRAMMING LINE-UP EFFECTIVE 1 APRIL 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Gqeberha \u2013 Monday, 24 March 2025<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 trufm is excited to reveal its refreshed line-up, effective 1 April 2025, as part of its commitment to delivering dynamic content that engages and grows its youthful audience. While the core line-up remains intact, key strategic shifts have been introduced to enhance programming, increase audience engagement, and strengthen trufm\u2019s position as the leading youth radio platform in the Eastern Cape.<\/span><\/p>\n

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While trufm has made some presenter shifts, Apostle Bathandwa \u201cMamK\u201d Kwatshwa<\/strong>\u00a0will be making a full transition to Umhlobo Wenene FM<\/strong>. We thank MamK for her meaningful contribution to trufm\u2019s evening line-up over the years. Her move creates space for fresh talent, in line with trufm\u2019s focus on youth-driven programming.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Well-loved DJ Anda Nkatu<\/strong> hangs up his trufm microphone after serving listeners for over 19 years. Throughout his tenure, he played a vital role in various capacities, including hosting both the morning and afternoon drive shows. With his departure, trufm listeners will also bid farewell to The 411<\/em><\/strong>, as the show comes to an end. His final broadcast on the station was on Friday, 21 March 2025, marking the close of a significant chapter in trufm history.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A fresh, young voice, Tabita Busani<\/strong>, has been recruited from a leading Cape Town community radio station to now anchor Hlalani Kum Mna Ndihlale Kuni<\/em><\/strong>. This strategic move is designed to strengthen trufm\u2019s presence in key metropolitan areas and drive audience growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

trufm is also introducing the Visual Pre-Party Mix Hour<\/em><\/strong> on Fridays from 18:00 to 19:00<\/strong>, bringing a new dimension to the pre-party atmosphere and setting the perfect vibe for the weekend. The slot will feature various DJs. Additionally, the station is revamping and reorganising its weekend party slots from 18:00 to 01:00<\/strong>,\u00a0to deliver a high-energy, uninterrupted music experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Teen Zone<\/span><\/em><\/strong>, a new stand-alone show for pre-teens and teenagers\u00a0will launch on Saturdays\u00a009:00 \u2013 10:00<\/strong>,\u00a0offering dedicated content tailored to younger listeners. Meanwhile, the Sunday evening education show Up Skill<\/em><\/strong>, will move to an earlier timeslot of\u00a018:00 \u2013 19:00,<\/strong> ensuring greater accessibility for younger audiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

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trufm remains dedicated to content enhancement, digital expansion, and on-ground activations. To support this growth, the station will continue engaging audiences through podcasts and vodcasts, available on SABC+ and the trufm YouTube channel.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Loyiso Bala, Business Manager for EC Combo, says: “trufm\u2019s latest line-up changes reflect our commitment to staying fresh, relevant, and connected to our audience. With a mix of familiar favourites and exciting new talent, we\u2019re elevating our content to match the lifestyle of our listeners.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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See the full line-up:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Time<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\nShow<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\nTeam<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Monday – Friday<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
03:00 \u2013 06:00<\/span><\/td>\nThe Grind<\/span><\/td>\nHlumela Qabo<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
06:00 \u2013 09:00<\/span><\/td>\ntruBreakfast<\/span><\/td>\nMakhosandile \u201cBoyz\u201d Mpunzi & Sinazo Yolwa<\/span><\/p>\n

Sport: Luyolo Mkalipi<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

09:00 \u2013 11:30<\/span><\/td>\ntruExperience<\/span><\/td>\nBabalwa Gxowa<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11:30 \u2013 12:00<\/span><\/td>\n30 Minutes Live<\/span><\/td>\nAyabonga Kekana (Current Affairs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12:00 \u2013 15:00<\/span><\/td>\nLunchtime Shandis<\/span><\/td>\nSilulami ‘Slujah’ Bunu<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
15:00 \u2013 18:00<\/span><\/td>\ntruDrive<\/span><\/td>\nThembela Booi & Siphosethu Booi<\/span><\/p>\n

Sport: Sanele Nongauza<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

18:00 \u2013 18:30<\/span><\/td>\ntruNews@6<\/span><\/td>\nAmanda Xhala (Current Affairs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
18:30 \u2013 19:00<\/span><\/td>\nIncoko<\/span><\/td>\nZizipho Mpopoma (SABC Education)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19:00 \u2013 22:00 (Mon & Tue)<\/span><\/td>\nHlalani Kum Mna Ndihlale Kuni<\/span><\/td>\nTabita Busani<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19:00 \u2013 22:00 (Wed)<\/span><\/td>\nAbide in Him<\/span><\/td>\nOnela Sigobelwana<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19:00 \u2013 22:00 (Thu)<\/span><\/td>\nThirst For Life<\/span><\/td>\nAbongile Mangala<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
22:00 \u2013 00:00 (Mon \u2013 Thur)<\/span><\/td>\nNight Cap<\/span><\/td>\nYanga Jaca<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
18:00 \u2013 19:00 (Fri)<\/span><\/td>\nVisual Pre-Party Mix Hour<\/span><\/td>\nVarious DJs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19:00 \u2013 22:00 (Fri)<\/span><\/td>\ntruHits<\/span><\/td>\nSamora Mangesi<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
22:00 \u2013 01:00 (Fri)<\/span><\/td>\nThe Junction<\/span><\/td>\nHope Maweni<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Saturday<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
06:00 \u2013 06:30<\/span><\/td>\nInterchange<\/span><\/td>\nAmanda Xhala (Current Affairs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
06:30 \u2013 09:00<\/span><\/td>\nThe Fresh Start<\/span><\/td>\nZizipho Mpopoma | Sport: Azile Maka<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
09:00 \u2013 10:00<\/span><\/td>\nTeen Zone<\/span><\/td>\nSABC Education<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10:00 \u2013 13:00<\/span><\/td>\ntrufm Top 30<\/span><\/td>\nLuzuko ‘Kemp’ Qoba<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13:00 \u2013 16:00<\/span><\/td>\nUrban Playground<\/span><\/td>\nSiyabonga Citwa<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
16:00 \u2013 19:00<\/span><\/td>\nA2Zee<\/span><\/td>\nSimo Zokwana | Sport: Azile Maka<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19:00 \u2013 22:00<\/span><\/td>\ntruHits<\/span><\/td>\nSamora Mangesi<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
22:00 \u2013 01:00<\/span><\/td>\nThe Junction<\/span><\/td>\nHope Maweni<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sunday<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
06:00 \u2013 09:00<\/span><\/td>\nIsingqi Sezulu<\/span><\/td>\nAbongile Mangala<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
09:00 \u2013 12:00<\/span><\/td>\n7 Colours<\/span><\/td>\nSima Fiyo<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12:00 \u2013 15:00<\/span><\/td>\nChoose Yourself<\/span><\/td>\nAJ Maclean<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
15:00 \u2013 17:00<\/span><\/td>\nSunday Cruise<\/span><\/td>\nSiyabonga Citwa | Sport: Azile Maka<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
17:00 \u2013 18:00<\/span><\/td>\nNews Review<\/span><\/td>\nAyabonga Kekana (Current Affairs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
18:00 \u2013 19:00<\/span><\/td>\nUp Skill<\/span><\/td>\nSilk Damoyi (SABC Education)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19:00 \u2013 22:00<\/span><\/td>\nThe Last Round<\/span><\/td>\nNtombozuko Balintulo<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
22:00 \u2013 00:00<\/span><\/td>\nAfter Hours<\/span><\/td>\nYanga Jaca<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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ENDS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Issued By: Group Communications<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Media Enquiries: Mmoni Seapolelo (Head of Communications)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Seapolelomv@sabc.co.za<\/a>\u00a0| T. 011 714 3057 | C. 073 688\u00a01590<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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