Linda Sibiya Joins Gagasi FM

Radio legend Linda Sibiya, popularly known as “Mr. Magic,” is officially returning to the airwaves this April after signing a contract with Gagasi FM. The Durban-based station revealed in its new lineup announcement on Wednesday evening that Mr. Magic will host ‘Gagasi FM Early Mornings’ from 05:00 AM to 06:00 AM on weekdays, and ‘Sunday Devotion’ from 06:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Sundays. This brings his total weekly airtime to 9 hours. The new... Read more »
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By Staff Writer On Thursday, January 9th, 2025

Kwaito Legend Doc Shebeleza Passes Away at 56

South African Kwaito legend Victor Bogopane, famously known as Doc Shebeleza, has passed away at his home in Johannesburg following a long illness. The news of his death was confirmed on Thursday, January 9, 20... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

South African Musician Winnie Khumalo Passes Away at 51

Johannesburg, South Africa – Winnie Khumalo, a celebrated South African musician and actress known for her contributions to Afropop music, has died at the age of 51 after a brief illness. The news of her ... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Monday, August 12th, 2024

Sadness as Zanele Mbokazi Dies of Lung Cancer at 52

Ukhozi FM presenter and businesswoman Zanele Mbokazi Nkambule, popularly known simply as Zanele Mbokazi, has died at the age of 52, a few months following her lung cancer diagnosis. The sad news of her passing ... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Wednesday, May 8th, 2024

Zanele Mbokazi Diagnosed With Lung Cancer

Ukhozi FM presenter and Crown Gospel Music Awards (CGMA) Founder Zanele Mbokazi (52) has been diagnosed with lung cancer. This shocking announcement was made by her husband Bishop Mpendulo Nkambule on Ukhozi FM... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Tuesday, March 12th, 2024

Bheka ‘Beekay’ Mchunu Dies Following Illness

Well-known Ukhozi FM presenter and businessman Bheka ‘Beekay’ Mchunu has passed away following an undisclosed illness. The news of his passing was announced in the evening of Tuesday, 12 March 2024 ... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Wednesday, January 31st, 2024

Ukhozi FM Business Manager Sbongi Ngcobo Suspended?

Ukhozi FM business manager has been placed on leave as an investigation into allegations of mismanagement at the radio station continues. This was reported by Isolezwe on Wednesday, 31 January 2024. According t... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Monday, January 1st, 2024

Khuzani Mpungose’s Umjolo Lowo Wins Ukhozi FM’s Song of the Year 2023 Competition

It is now history that Khuzani Mpungose’s Umjolo Lowo, which received 993 667 votes, is Ukhozi FM’s song of the year 2023. Fan favourite Paris by Mthandeni Manqele & Lwah Ndlunkulu came in seco... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Sunday, December 31st, 2023

What Will Be Ukhozi FM’s Song of the Year 2023?

The day has come for the world to know South Africa’s best song of the year 2023, as decided by the listeners of uKhozi FM, the largest radio station in the country. The station released the top ten songs... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Friday, December 29th, 2023

Ngizwe Mchunu Dropped as Ambassador for JAC Motors

JAC Motors Port Shepstone has dropped influencer Ngizwe Mchunu as its ambassador following his tribalistic remarks on social media. In a media statement released on Thursday, 28 December 2023, the company said:... Read more »