Inaugural Community Radio Awards celebrates local broadcasting

The inaugural Community Radio Awards will recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions of community radio stations and their dedicated personnel to local media landscapes.

The inaugural Community Radio Awards will take place on 23 May 2025 (Image supplied)

Set to take place on 23 May 2025 from Boitumelo Media, the Community Radio Awards will honour stations, programmes, and individual contributors who have gone above and beyond in promoting community engagement, social justice, and local storytelling.

Community radio has long been a vital source of information, entertainment, and cultural expression, serving diverse populations and providing a platform for underrepresented voices.

"We are excited to launch these awards to shine a spotlight on the incredible work being done in community radio," says Motseki Mabuya, the founder.

“These stations play a critical role in connecting people, fostering dialogue, and enriching our culture. It’s time to celebrate their achievements,” adds Mabuya.

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To enter

Nominations are now open and can be submitted online at [email protected].

The audio submission should be six minutes long and include the profile of the presenter, a profile of the show, and a written motivation.

Entreis close 28 March. Nominations will be announced on 31 March 2025.

Winners will be determined by a panel of esteemed judges from the media sector.

Busisiwe Phakathi is 5fm's marketing manager. Source: Supplied.

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Inaugural Community Radio Awards celebrates local broadcasting

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To enter

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