{"id":17858,"date":"2025-03-31T17:06:28","date_gmt":"2025-03-31T15:06:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/?p=17858"},"modified":"2025-03-31T17:06:28","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T15:06:28","slug":"media-statement-ligwalagwala-fm-unveils-exciting-on-air-changes-for-2025-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/media-statement-ligwalagwala-fm-unveils-exciting-on-air-changes-for-2025-26\/","title":{"rendered":"MEDIA STATEMENT | LIGWALAGWALA FM UNVEILS EXCITING ON-AIR CHANGES FOR 2025\/26"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mbombela \u2013 Friday, 28 March 2025 &#8211; <\/span><\/strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">April is traditionally known for line-up changes across radio stations nationwide. Mpumalanga&#8217;s leading radio station, Ligwalagwala FM is set to usher in the new financial year with exciting updates to its programming schedule. While other stations make big shifts, Ligwalagwala FM is proud to announce that its beloved talent will remain in place, with only a few slight yet impactful changes to enhance the listener experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Key Line-Up Changes for 1 April 2025:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Siyahamba Manje Drive (Weekdays)<\/span><\/strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0\u2013 Hosted by Fortune Ntekati, with TDK as co-host, Senzo S on sports, and produced by Shabbisto. The popular afternoon drive show will now run for an additional 30 minutes. The show will air from 15h00 &#8211; 17h30, Monday to Thursday, and continue to air from 15h00 &#8211; 17h00 on Fridays. This extension offers more time for listeners to enjoy content and entertainment as they drive home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">SMD Sport (Fridays)<\/span><\/strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0\u2013 As part of the extended afternoon programming, SMD Sport, presented by Bonoswagg and produced by Ignatius Milanzi, will retain its spot from 17h00 &#8211; 18h00 on Fridays, providing sports fans with a full hour of in-depth coverage, and analysis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Learners&#8217; Support Show<\/span><\/strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0\u2013 This show is hosted by Prof Mlu and produced by Nontuthuko Lekhuleni, will be moving to a new time slot. The show will now air from 19h05 &#8211; 19h30, Monday to Thursday, offering students valuable support during the later evening hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Drama Soapie<\/span><\/strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0\u2013 The much-loved Drama Soapie \u201cNgalutfota Lolumanti\u201d will also shift to a new time. It will now be broadcast from 20h10 &#8211; 20h25, replacing its previous slot of 19h15 &#8211; 19h30, ensuring listeners can continue to enjoy captivating drama stories at a new time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Siyadvumisa<\/span><\/strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\"> (Sunday Mornings)\u00a0\u2013 The Sunday morning show will see an exciting change with the introduction of a new host Mpumi Mbethe and Apostle Negros Manana. These vibrant duos will bring a new energy to the station every Sunday morning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Ligwalagwala FM will also welcome back seasoned presenter Pretty D, who will be returning as a researcher for documentaries and a stand-in presenter for identified shows. Pretty D\u2019s wealth of experience and familiarity with the station&#8217;s audience will bring an exciting new dimension to Ligwalagwala FM\u2019s programming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">While the station has made slight adjustments to its schedule, Ligwalagwala FM continues to prioritize consistency and quality. These changes reflect the station&#8217;s commitment to remaining at the forefront of radio landscape while keeping its programming fresh, exciting, and in tune with the needs of its listeners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Ligwalagwala FM Programme Schedule: Weekdays 2025\/26<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\" data-ogsb=\"yellow\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Time Channel &amp; Programme<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\" data-ogsb=\"yellow\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Description<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\" data-ogsb=\"yellow\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presenter\/Producer <\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">00h00-03h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Asikalali Silalele<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Music, ads, and promos play automatically to start the day.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Automation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">03h00-05h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Vuka Sambe<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The programme caters for the early birds, keeping listeners as they wake up preparing for the day. Motivation, sermons, the day&#8217;s top news, and listeners participation form part of the ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Carol \u2018TC\u2019 Malumane<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">05h00-06h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Tiphuma Imphunga (CA)<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The programme explores news from local, regional, national and around the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Current Affairs Team<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">06h00-09h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Kusile Mzansi Breakfast Show<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The show sets the tone for the station. Interesting entertainment, economic and social trends, business and job opportunities, crime, and nation-building content are the key drivers. Profiling local talent exhibiting their music, music starter mix, etc. The show was nominated for the National Radio Awards, in the Best Breakfast Show category and won the Best CSI Award category through its Masakhane programme. Profiling local talent is part of the key drivers<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Dumisane Simelane \u2018Madumane\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Sports Anchor: Mduduzi Makwakwa \u2018Nsimbi\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Comic Content Contributor<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Bethuel Nkuna \u2018Ngcozi Yebo\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Producer: Bheki Sehlabela \u2018BK\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">09h00-12h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Tfokomala Nami<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The show focuses on social issues, health and lifestyle tips and daily motivational inserts. Various features bring medical doctors, marriage counsellor, NGOs, etc. The show finds space to pay homage to inspirational women, artists, movers, and shakers in various crafts. Afro pop, Soul &amp; classis, and gospel music is the mix-bag showcased in the midmorning the show.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Lungile Mhango \u2018Sbukza\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">ECD: Lender Malope \u2018Mancane\u2019 Weekly Contributors:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Alex Mthethwa \u2018Khuluma Alex\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Make Pule \u2018Asitsetsi Siyalungisa\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Producer: Charles \u2018The Prince\u2019<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">12h00-15h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Khibika Natsi<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Hosted by a versatile and adaptable presenter, the show is laid-back with content inviting listeners as co-pilots of the show. The show stands out because of the music features being driven by listeners. Content features accommodate the talent in the arts, poetry, and chit-chats on every day social-talk content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Hlengiwe Sindane<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">15h:00-17h30<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Siyahamba Manje Drive<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u2018SMD\u2019<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The SMD dynamic team drives you home Mon-Fri with their unique take on current topical issues ranging from, economic, politics, local entertainment, and trending topics. Listeners are kept up to date with happenings in the country with attention to happenings in the entertainment industry.\u00a0 One of their famous features Emarenkini was nominated for the Radio Awards under the category \u201cBest Community Project<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presenters: Fortune Ntekati<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Thandeka Tonga \u2018TDK\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Sports Anchor: Senzo Mashego \u2018Senzo S\u2019. Producer: Dumisa Mavuso \u2018Shabbisto\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">17h30-18h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">SMD Sport Corner<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">A magazine Sport Show entertaining and keeping sports lovers updated with the latest sports news around the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presenter: Andiswa Sifundza \u2018Bono Swagg\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Producer: Ignatius Milanzi<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">18h00-19h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Letiphuma Embitni<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The latest news around the globe is complemented by thought-provoking debates and interviews.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Current Affairs Team<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">19h00-21h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Sakha Sive<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The name of the show translates to Nation Building. The show comprises features such \u2018Ufike Njani la?\u2019., business Coaching, Travel and lifestyle, property talk, Utsini Umtsetfo -Legal advice amongst others. Features incorporate government, private business and NGOs with interviews being a key driver informing the public about government programmes and addressing the triple challenges. There is also a coverage of various sport codes. The Friday offering is more relaxed with entertaining features and music to create the weekend feel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Learner Support: 19h05-19h30<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Drama Soapie: 20h10<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Simphiwe \u2018 Simmy\u2019 Hlabangane<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mlungisi Mathebula \u2018Professor Mlu\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">21h00-00h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Asibonisane (Mon-Thurs)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">After an educational segment, Asibonisane delves into thought-provoking topics, enabling the audience to connect and participate in lively discussions regarding political, social, and economic issues, as well as service delivery.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Portia Luthuli: Education slots<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mike Ntuli: Main Talk Show host <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">21h00-00h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Hip Hop Parliament (Friday)<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The show focuses on Hip Hop Music and the culture thereof. Artists profiles. interviews and music mixes make the show.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mawethu \u2018Mawe2N\u2019 Ngwenya<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"691\" data-ogsb=\"yellow\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">LFM Programme Schedule: Saturday 2025\/26<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">00h00-03h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Asikalali Silalele<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Music, ads, and promos play automatically to start the day. The weekend show features new DJ mix to set the weekend mood, whilst unearthing new talent.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Automation<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">03h00-06h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Kusa Kusa<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The weekend show presents listeners with laid back content and slowing down the midnight vibes ensuring they start their day on high spirits. Topics, info sharing, and listeners interaction are some of the interesting features drawing listeners to be part of the show<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mawethu \u2018Mawe2N\u2019 Ngwenya<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">06h00-07h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Telive Atipheli (CA)<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The programme explores news from local, regional, national and around the world.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Current Affairs Team<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">07h00-09h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">LFM Hit Parade<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">This show parades the best top 20 Hits ruling the music scene and dance floors. Listeners participate by sending voice note to predict the number 1 song every week, which is an awesome listener engagement aspect with each listener vying to get the song right.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Nobuhle Ndlovu<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">09h00-10h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Teen-Zone -1st\u00a0hr<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">State Your Mind-2nd\u00a0hr<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Content targets teenagers the youth of today and leaders of tomorrow, who forms over a third of the total station audience. The young adults OAPs who are the hosts cover social, educational, health and skills development challenges young people are faced with.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mlungisi \u2018Professor Mlu\u2019 Mathebula &amp; Loyal Ratau<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Producer: Mlungisi Mathebula<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">10h00-12h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Giy\u2019Uphoseke<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Traditional music, interviews, and album reviews form part of the ingredients of the show with the energetic and articulate DJ Choraal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Vusumuzi \u2018DJ Choraal\u2019 Manana<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">12h00-14h30<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Sisonkhe Midday Grooves<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u2018SMG\u2019<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Local artists interviews. Among the features are conversations about business, health, observances of national importance. Mixed-bag music offering.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Thulane \u2018T-Boy\u2019 Khanye<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">14h30-15h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Sports Development<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u2018Inkhunzi Isematfoleni\u2019<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Sports development local, regional &amp; national, various sporting codes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Live commentary, Analysis, Updates, Sports round-up, Features, Interviews, &amp; Reports.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presenter: Thembelihle Dladla<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Producer: Ignatius Milanzi<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">15h00-18h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Lasuka Lahlala<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Live commentary, Analysis, Updates, Sports round-up, Features, Interviews, &amp; Reports.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presenter: Thembelihle Dladla<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Producer: Ignatius Milanzi<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">18h00-21h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">LFM Es\u2019khaleni<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presented by a vibrant and energetic House Music DJ, the shows feature local and national DJs as resident DJs. The campus power play, which was developed for tertiary students, is one of the innovative features to keep listeners entertained. The music is complemented by the producer\u2019s corner, which gives producers an opportunity to share their insights about their musical journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Charles \u2018ThePrince\u2019 Mnisi<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">21h00-00h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u2018Groover ngeSwagg\u2019<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">A music show with fun and informative content elements for partygoers enjoying the nightlife whilst accommodating the person preferring to stay indoors. The show uses vibrant jams and exciting dance music mixes to bring the party into your living room. Good music is the perfect way to end a Saturday.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Andiswa \u2018Bono Swagg\u2019 Sifunda<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"691\" data-ogsb=\"yellow\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">LFM Programme Schedule: Sunday 2025\/26<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">00h00-03h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Asikalali Silalele<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Music, ads, and promos play automatically to start the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Automation<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">03h00-06h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Kusa Kusa<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">A spiritual programme containing motivational aspects and features, such as sermons, featuring various preachers sharing the word of God&#8217;s according to the bible. Weekly material includes information sharing around the significance of the day and musical features<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mawe2N<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Collen \u2018CV\u2019 Mabaso<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">06h00-07h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Telive Atipheli (CA)<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The programme explores news from local, regional, national and around the world.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Current Affairs Team<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">07h00-10h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Siyadvumisa<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The award-winning show features various guests &amp; contributors. Siyadvumisa airs as most people head to church\/ Sunday service with gospel music serving as motivation and as relatable platform. The show&#8217;s excellent feature: Guest Co.host has elevated it to greater heights as listeners look forward to hearing a different co-host every Sunday. The last hour of the show is dedicated to worshipping and scripture passages by listeners. It\u2019s al about faith, spirituality &amp; religion.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Mpumi Mbethe<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">10h00-12h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Ayigugi Lengoma<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Playing the evergreen sounds that take listeners down memory lane with Romeo \u2018The Hit Man\u2019 exploring the top five songs concentrating on various themes, to go along with the soul ballads and classic hits.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Fanie \u2018Shlabani\u2019 Ndinisa<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">12h00-15h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Senetsetekile<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Soulful R&amp;B and smooth jazz form parts of the playlist for the show. Listeners are taken on a smooth ride from church as they start their Sunday afternoon activities. The show is known to be the true Sunday soul Session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Michael \u2018Sweet-Mike\u2019 Singwane<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">15h00-18h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Lasuka Lahlala<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Live commentary, Analysis, Updates, Sports round-up, Features, Interviews, &amp; Reports.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presenter: Thembelihle Dladla<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Producer: Ignatius Milanzi<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">18h00-19h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Temakwaya <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Choral Music<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">The spotlight is cast on choral music not just locally but on the international stage as well with updates, latest happenings as well. The show further integrates Zion Music with what is loosely translated to \u2018Choral Zion\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Vusi \u201cDJ Choraal \u201cManana<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">19h00-20h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Sidla Ngaloludzala<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">ATR<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">A specialty show covering thought-provoking and educational topics concerning African traditional religion and how culture continues to evolve. Hosting various contributors, being experts\/research in the ATR space who and social commentators as contributors to unpack various complex topics<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Shakes \u2018Mshekesheke\u2019 Nkuna<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">20h00-22h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">African Sounds<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">African sounds and jazz music is the order of the day as the weekend ends. Profiling artists in the genre and linking the music with African history promoting Africanism and how music brings people together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Bheki Nxumalo<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"149\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">22h00-00h00<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Phumula Nami<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Weekend Wrap<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"321\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Presents listeners with soothing sounds as they wrap up the weekend, inspiring them to look forward to a new week. The weekend is wrapped up in style with soulful and laid-back music, infused with relevant information snippets.<\/span><\/td>\n<td width=\"221\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Thulane \u2018T-Boy\u2019 Khanye<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0ENDS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Issued By:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Group Communications<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">Media Enquiries:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mmoni Ngubane (Head of Communications)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"blue\"><a href=\"mailto:Seapolelomv@sabc.co.za\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-outlook-id=\"c8dd074b-a7cb-4cae-950a-bd5e3f214b79\">ngubanemv@sabc.co.za<\/a><\/span><\/strong><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">\u00a0T. 011 714 3057| C. 073 688 1590<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mbombela \u2013 Friday, 28 March 2025 &#8211; April is traditionally known for line-up changes across radio stations nationwide. Mpumalanga&#8217;s leading radio station, Ligwalagwala FM is set to usher in the new financial year with exciting updates to its programming schedule. While other stations make big shifts, Ligwalagwala FM is proud to announce that its beloved [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":8918,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[56],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17858"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/21"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17858"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17858\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17860,"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17858\/revisions\/17860"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8918"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17858"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17858"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sabc.co.za\/sabc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17858"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}