By Tsholofelo Sebola and Amogelang Ramatena
Africa Day, commemorated annually on 25 May, marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, which later became the African Union (AU). The day celebrates the continent’s ongoing journey toward unity, liberation, and socio-economic progress.
In celebration of this historic occasion, the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) campus radio station, Tshwane FM 93.6, will partner with Capitalk 100.4 FM, Harare’s leading talk radio station, for a special cross-border radio simulcast aimed at showcasing African collaboration through radio.
The live broadcast will take place on Sunday, 25 May, during Sunday Vibrations, a music and culture show hosted by Palesa Letlape, popularly known as Kgosigadi. The show also features resident DJ and producer Mudanisi.
For this special broadcast, Kgosigadi will be joined by veteran broadcaster and general manager Comfort Mbofana, who brings more than 13 years of experience in African media. Mbofana oversees Capitalk FM and its sister stations Star FM, Platinum FM and Diamond FM and will lead a discussion on the evolution of radio on the continent and its continued relevance in the digital age.
Tshwane FM Station Manager, Tebogo Jacko Magubane, highlighted the importance of the collaboration: “These simulcast forms part of our #FromPitoriToTheWorld campaign, which aims to position Tshwane FM as contributor to the broader African conversation. Africa Day is a reminder that collaboration across borders isn’t just possible, it is necessary. This broadcast is about using radio to reflect our shared heritage, celebrate our cultural richness and amplify African voices on a continental scale.”
Capitalk FM Station Manager, Nyaradzo Hazangwi, echoed the sentiment and highlighted the value of shared learning between the two stations: “This partnership opened space for meaningful dialogue on the challenges we face in the radio industry, ranging from audience engagement to revenue generation. It is encouraging to see how broadcasters across the continent are navigating similar issues and finding creative ways to adapt. We are proud to be part of this important exchange.”
This Africa Day simulcast proves the power of cross-border media partnerships in uniting African voices, bridging cultural divides and reinforcing the relevance of public-interest broadcasting.
Don’t miss it! Celebrate Africa Day on the airwaves—From Pitori to the World.
Scan the QR code below to download the Tshwane FM app and tune in to Sunday Vibrations this Sunday at 16:00 for the live simulcast.
Presenters Palesa Letlape (Kgosigadi) from Tshwane FM and Comfort Mbofana from Capitalk FM, who will lead the Africa Day cross-border simulcast airing on 25 May 2025.
