Jacaranda FM is celebrating a landmark moment after earning 12 nominations at the 2025 Telkom Radio Awards, reaffirming its position as one of South Africa’s most dynamic and influential broadcasters. The nominations span major categories across programming, news, sport, podcasting, community initiatives, and station imaging—demonstrating the station’s consistency, creativity, and commitment to high-quality radio.
The Telkom Radio Awards, which honor excellence across the industry, recognized Jacaranda FM for both its on-air talent and the exceptional teams working behind the scenes to deliver the station’s signature “feel-good” experience.
- Jacaranda FM’s 2025 nominations include:
- Best Afternoon Show: The Drive with Rob & Roz
- Best Podcast: Mevrou Mevrou
- Best Podcast: Good Morning Angels
- Best Breakfast Show: Breakfast with Martin Bester
- Best Breakfast Presenter: Martin Bester
- Community Project: Good Morning Angels
- Content Producer: Wayne van Jaarsveld
- Day Time Show: The Workzone
- News Bulletin Reader: Marlinée Fouché
- Multi-Channel Promotion: Dad Band
- Sport Bulletin Reporter: Xola Ntshinga
- Station Imaging: Jacaranda FM
These nominations highlight the station’s strengths across the spectrum, from compelling storytelling and reliable journalism to entertainment, digital innovation, and impactful community upliftment. The recognition of Good Morning Angels in both the podcast and community project categories underscores its continued role as one of South Africa’s most cherished charitable platforms.
Jacaranda FM managing director Vuyani Dombo said the station is honored by the national acknowledgment:
“Being recognized across so many categories is an incredible moment for our station. Each nomination represents the dedication, creativity, and heart our team pours into creating meaningful, entertaining, and feel-good content every day. We’re immensely proud of the individuals and teams who have been acknowledged, and we’re grateful to our loyal listeners who inspire us to keep raising the bar.”
With its strong showing at this year’s awards, Jacaranda FM continues to cement its status as a leader in South African broadcasting, combining talent, innovation, and community impact to deliver world-class radio.