The #FridayStandIn with Freshlyground's Zolani Mahola

As the frontperson for South African supergroup, Freshlyground, Zolani has endeared herself to millions of fans with her warmth, megawatt smile and gentle, thoughtful presence.

First public appearance

Since the birth of her first child, Zolani has devoted herself to Zazi, who is just over two months old.

On Friday, she will make her first public appearance as a new mom, as she takes on the challenge of hosting the Redi Tlhabi show on 567 CapeTalk and Talk Radio 702 as the Friday Stand-in.

Each week, the stations choose a different high profile personality to host the Friday show while Redi is on maternity leave.

Zolani will be in the hotseat this week, tackling topics as diverse as tech, comedy, science and sex with regular guests. She will also need to manage a range of listeners' views and opinions on the open line and share some of her own ideas.

Tune in

"We're delighted to have Zolani on the airwaves. Freshlyground's music has a remarkably broad appeal and we believe Zolani's personality is as engaging - she is going to bring something special to our airwaves," said Colleen Louw, 567 CapeTalk station manager.

Zolani has already achieved phenomenal success. From humble roots in the Eastern Cape to an international singing career that included performing Waka Waka, the theme tune for the 2010 FIFA World Cup with international superstar, Shakira, Zolani has inspired South Africans from all walks of life.

Tune in via the stations from 9am to 12am, or join the conversation on Twitter with @radio702 via the hashtag #FridayStandIn.

To listen in... http://www.702.co.za/onair/player.asp

For details visit www.702.co.za or www.capetalk.co.za.