Community radio breakthrough for rural Port St Johns

FEBRUARY 24;2017: TEAM: Sajonisi Youth Radio presenters Mathanda Mthotyelwa,Noncedo Nomveku,Khanya Mahlanza,Lusanda Madikane,Zimkhitha Qikane and Zimbini Mdolomba with the station's founder Simiso Shozi(seated behind a mic).Picture:SUPPLIED
FEBRUARY 24;2017: TEAM: Sajonisi Youth Radio presenters Mathanda Mthotyelwa,Noncedo Nomveku,Khanya Mahlanza,Lusanda Madikane,Zimkhitha Qikane and Zimbini Mdolomba with the station's founder Simiso Shozi(seated behind a mic).Picture:SUPPLIED
The rural town of Port St Johns (PSJ), better known for attracting movie makers and tourists in recent years due to its scenic beauty and untamed beaches, now has its own community radio station.

Sajonisi Youth Radio (SYR) went on air for the first time on the 88.5 megahertz (MHz) frequency last Thursday.

It broadcasts throughout the municipal area and also covers Lusikisiki, Mbizana, Flagstaff, Ngqeleni, Mthatha, Coffee Bay and Mqanduli.

Its founder, Simiso Shozi, said an estimated 5000 people had listened to the station’s first day of broadcast.

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