Umhlobo Wenene FM

Umhlobo Wenene FM

Umhlobo Wenene FM is a prominent South African radio station that has been serving the Xhosa-speaking community since its inception on May 6, 1960. Originally known as Radio Xhosa, the station rebranded following the end of apartheid in 1994. Broadcasting nationwide from Port Elizabeth (now Gqeberha), Umhlobo Wenene FM offers a diverse range of programming, including news, sports, and entertainment, all delivered in isiXhosa. With a robust listener base of approximately 4 million, it stands as the second-largest radio station in South Africa.

Main/Popular Programmes

  • iBrakfesi Eyondlayo Ekuseni ("BEE")
  • Khanya Gqiyazana
  • Sijikilanga
  • Imvuselelo
  • Lavuth’ibhayi
  • Abahlali Abangalaliyo

Main DJs/Presenters

  • Tsidi Monteiro
  • Zintle Mbusi
  • Abongile Mangala
  • Rev Mzukisi Faleni
  • "PastorTheDJ" Pastor Nozewu

Frequency

  • Aliwal North: 91.7 FM
  • Barkly East: 90.9 FM
  • Beaufort West: 90.7 FM
  • Bloemfontein: 94.8 FM
  • Burgersdorp: 97.1 FM

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