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UMHLOBO WENENE FM CONTENT PRODUCER / ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALIST/COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST/ PUBLISHED AUTHOR / TRANSLATOR/ 2024 SA RADIO JUDGE

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Who do you think is gonna win #ContentCreatorAward tonight? by @simmy_freddie

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LOOK | BEE’s Mlu Celebrates His Big Day! 🎂🎙️*

Umhlobo Wenene FM's Breakfast Eyondlayo Ekuseni (BEE) sports presenter, Mluleki Ntsabo is celebrating his birthday today.

The proud father of 4 boys and former teacher, Mlu started his broadcasting career at trufm before becoming one of the most trusted voices in sport.

Known for his versatility, Mlu is a commentator for different sporting codes, with his distinctive voice heard across various television and radio channels.

The BEE family and listeners wish him a blessed day filled with love and celebration!

#HappyBirthdayMlu by @simmy_freddie

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2 days ago

LOOK | Skeem Saam Marks 15 Years As Clement Maosa Reflects On Day-One Journey

Skeem Saam star and professional lawyer Clement Maosa has taken a trip down memory lane as the SABC1 educational soapie celebrates 15 years on air.

Maosa, who plays Zamokuhle Seakamela, was one of the very first actors to appear on the show when it premiered the first episode 15 years ago. He remains one of the longest-serving cast members on the Limpopo-based drama.

On Tuesday, Maosa posted a nostalgic video on Instagram showing his early days on the show alongside Cornet Thabiso Mamabolo, who played the popular character Thabo Maputla.

In his caption, Maosa wrote: "Apparently it's been 15 years since the first episode yet it feels just like yesterday... Shoutout @officialskeemsaam @sabc1_mzansifosho HAPPY BIRTHDAY."

"For me the biggest award for the mount of dedication through out the years is the impact this show has on people's lives. I've heard so many testimonies and I remain grateful," he added.

Skeem Saam first aired on 13th October in 2011, and has since become one of South Africa's most-watched soapies, known for launching the careers of several young actors. by @simmy_freddie

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4 days ago

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7 days ago

LOOK | Umhlobo Wenene FM's AJ Maclean Graduates with LLB

Umhlobo Wenene FM presenter AJ Maclean is celebrating a major academic milestone after graduating with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB).

Maclean, who co-hosts the station's popular weekend breakfast show Vuka Mzantsi, is among the latest cohort of law graduates.

A familiar voice on SABC radio since her teenage years, Maclean's broadcasting journey began with Teens Unplugged. She went on to present weekend shows, breakfast and Drive on trufm before joining Umhlobo Wenene FM, where she has become a staple of the weekend lineup.

The mother of three has now added lawyer to her impressive resume, balancing motherhood, broadcasting, and her legal studies.

Her achievement has been met with an outpouring of congratulations from listeners, colleagues and fans, who have praised her dedication and perseverance in juggling a demanding radio career and law school.

Maclean is now both a broadcaster and a qualified lawyer. by @simmy_freddie

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9 days ago

DEATH | Veteran Actor Mfana Jones Hlophe Has Died

South African actor, singer and dancer Mfana Jones Hlophe, best known for his role as Jabu on SABC1's Soul City, has died.

Hlophe rose to prominence on the SABC1 drama series Soul City from 2006 to 2007, but his career in the arts spanned more than three decades across theatre, television and music.

Born and schooled in Durban where he matriculated in 1987, Hlophe trained at Mbongeni Ngema's School of Art (Committed Artists). His talent earned him a place in the second company of Sarafina! in 1989, which toured Europe.

In 1992 he joined Gibson Kente's School of Art, where he began writing scripts under Kente's mentorship. A year later he was cast in Kente's Mfowethu, which performed at PACOFS in Bloemfontein.

He broadened his craft in 1994 when he joined the African Research and Puppetry Programmes (AREPP) as a puppeteer, before returning to international stages. In 1995 he composed music and played a lead role for European company Eurostage, touring with the cast of Isikulu, and in 1997 he was cast in a lead role in Ipi Ntombi.

A familiar face at the Market Theatre, his credits included Five Guys Named Moe, Woza Albert, The Necklace, Bergville Stories and as choreographer for Unsung Heroes by Doris Sihula. He also directed the educational AIDS awareness show Waiting, which toured tertiary institutions in Gauteng.

On television, Hlophe featured in Stokvel, Emzini Wezinsizwa, Mama's Love, Soul City and Khululeka, with later guest roles as Mr Xaba on Mzansi Magic's isiBaya in 2013 and on Zabalaza in 2015.

In his later years, he taught African Dance at Moyo Studios and continued to create music and choreography for upcoming artists.

Details around his memorial and funeral are yet to be announced. by @simmy_freddie

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9 days ago

LOOK | Cala-Born Broadcaster Bags BA in Communication Science

GQEBERHA - SABC News Presenter and Producer, Yolanda Kambile, has graduated from the University of South Africa (UNISA) with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Science Degree.

Kambile, who was born in Upper Cala in the Eastern Cape, is a father of two boys and a familiar voice to many SABC listeners.

His broadcasting journey started at Mthatha-based community radio station, UCR FM, before he joined trufm in 2019. Since then, he has grown to become one of the leading voices behind Umhlobo Wenene FM and trufm news bulletins and current affairs programmes.

Colleagues described him as hardworking and dedicated, having successfully juggled his studies, fatherhood, and a demanding career in the newsroom.

The SABC family has congratulated him on this milestone achievement.

Congrats, Yola! 🎉🍾👏🏿 by @simmy_freddie

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10 days ago

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16 days ago

LOOK | Zwai Bala Confirms The Bala Family Season 3 Is Not Happening!

Zwai Bala has broken his silence on the future of Mzansi Magic's hit reality series The Bala Family, confirming that Season 3 will not be returning in the near future.

In an official statement released on behalf of the family, the TKZee and Bala Brothers star said the family has spent close to two years trying to make another season happen.

“Africa, we have heard you. So we owe you an honest answer. For close to two years, we have been trying to make another season of The Bala Family happen. We wanted to do it. We were ready to open our lives, our homes, our relationships and our music to you again. But Season 3 is not happening in the near future," Bala said.

The music family — made up of Zwai, Loyiso, Phelo, sister Pinky and matriarch Veronica — first opened their lives to viewers in April 2022 on Mzansi Magic (DStv 161). The show quickly became known for its raw look at faith, family feuds, sexuality, and the brother's generational musical legacy.

Bala was emphatic that the decision to halt production did not come from the family.

“That decision was not ours," the statement reads. "We were ready. The audience was ready. The decision wasn't ours."

He added that the show has never been just television for them, but required an enormous emotional investment to put their name, history and disagreements on screen.

The announcement follows months of speculation from fans online about a third season, with viewers regularly flooding the family's social media asking for a return.

Bala ended the statement with an apology for the long wait and a thank you to fans:

“Thank you for loving this family. And thank you for waiting." by @simmy_freddie

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18 days ago

IN PICS : Actress Lunathi Mampofu. 📸🤎 by @simmy_freddie

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19 days ago

LOOK | Youngins actor Thabiso Ramotshela marks 23rd birthday with emotional message to fans

September 26, 2026

Actor and model Thabiso Ramotshela, best known as Morena Mokwepa Mokoena in The River and Mahlatsi Maleka in Showmax's Youngins, is celebrating his 23rd birthday today.

Born September 26, 2003, the star — who also featured in Pearls of Wisdom, Netflix's Blood Legacy and kykNET's Diepe Waters — took to Instagram to mark the day.

In a heartfelt post under his handle thabiso_ramz, titled "happy birthday Thabiso 'Michael-Thaya' Ramz", the actor opened up about pain, purpose and his fans:

"I hope my work is truly the remedy you need for your broken heart. An actor creating characters off of pain and transmuting it into some form of refuge for you. Numb your depression and give you hope for a better tomorrow. Obsession over my fans and supports and wanting to do more. I hope I've done that and more. thank you all. I love you all so much. For now, goodbye." by @simmy_freddie

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21 days ago

Yatsho nengoma!

“Jongani la MaQwathi! Hayyyy ubuhle bawoooo!”

Catch all #HeritageDay news with this gorgeous lady, Lisakhanya Pepe at the top of the hour on Channel 163

#IindabaZethu by @simmy_freddie

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23 days ago