Gagasi 99.5 searches for fresh current affairs talent

Gagasi 99.5 Managing Director Chris Meyiwa said that this is a great opportunity for anyone who aspires to be a radio talk show host and has what it takes. "We are obviously not going to compromise the quality of the delivery of the show which is why we are encouraging people who really have what it takes to host the show to apply. We are looking for someone who has a sense for news and current affairs, has the ability to tackle issues and can facilitate discussions," said Meyiwa.

Interested persons should send their CVs to az.oc.599isagag@rh. No posted entries will be accepted and search competition closes on 19 September 2011. Judges will then shortlist three finalists who will each get an opportunity to present Viewpoint with the station's News Manager and journalist veteran, Alex Mthiyane.

Listeners will also get the chance to vote for the winner among the three finalists but the judges will make the final decision. An overall winner will be announced on 30 September 2011 and will present the first show on 03 October 2011. A winner will receive a one year renewable contract with the station.

Mthiyane said he is very excited about the competition as he believed that this will give up and coming presenters a once in a lifetime opportunity to host one of the best current affairs show in the country. "We normally get applications from journalism graduates and young presenters from community radio stations who would like to work for Gagasi 99.5 and we are saying to them the opportunity is finally here, grab it with both hands," said Mthiyane with much enthusiasm.

Listen to Gagasi 99.5 or visit www.gagasi995.co.za for more information.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
KHULEKANI SHANDU
GAGASI 99.5 MEDIA LIAISON OFFICER
(031) 584 5300 / 071 880 5569
az.oc.599isagag@eluhK