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Zandile Nkonyeni to manage SABC2 publicity

Zandile Nkonyeni has been appointed to the newly created position of publicity manager for SABC2, the national broadcaster announced yesterday, Thursday, 12 February 2009. She will also act as the official channel spokesperson.

Nkonyeni will be responsible for managing and overseeing all publicity/PR for the channel, including publicity handled by the internal publicity department and external publicity agency (Total Exposure).

Said SABC2 marketing manager Nivasha Naidoo, “We are pleased to welcome Zandile to the SABC2 family. Her training and experience gained in the local marketing and public relations arenas were instrumental in her appointment. The primary purpose of this new position is to promote the image and brand of SABC2, and create optimal awareness of the channel through publicity in-line with SABC2 strategy and mandates.”

A PR graduate with editorial and internal publicity experience, Nkonyeni has worked with South African lifestyle and media brands such as Golf Indaba, Liberty Life, True Love magazine and Ster-Kinekor Films.

“One of my biggest ambitions has always been to join broadcasting. I am thrilled to have received this opportunity to be part of such a diverse, exciting brand empowered with a great team. I look forward to a fully rewarding experience here at SABC 2,” commented Nkonyeni on her appointment.

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