In particular, we take extreme exception to her life being threatened, threats of rape; her telephone number being disseminated and the derogatory names she is being called.

We stand in full agreement with the SA National Editors Forum (SANEF) that this is also a hostile attack on media freedom in this country, particularly in a highly charged pre-election political climate in which all media houses are operating. We concur with SANEF that party leader Malema owes Ms Brown an apology and call on the EFF to immediately cease this intimidation and bullying.

Ms Brown is the presenter of a Sunday morning show called The Fix which takes a robust and analytical look at political issues facing the country. She also performs the role of political commentator where she is called on from time to time to provide analysis and insight into political stories. In the short term, she is also performing the role of Consulting Producer on the evening show Tonight with Jane Dutton where she assists in developing content and providing guidance when called upon.

With reference to a WhatsApp message that Ms Brown put out, it was simply one of guidance to our political team and pertinent questions we would ask of any political party. The issues queried in the message revolve around a point of how a young party with no significant body of retired past leadership selects a body of elders. It is, therefore, a legitimate question that deserves an answer rather than an attack on the questioner.

eNCA believes it would have been instructive and less damaging to all concerned had the EFF simply engaged on the matter with the station before resorting to what amounts to unfair harassment and aggression.

If the EFF has any complaints about content on the station or issues with individual presenters and reporters there are accepted avenues to follow including the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa.

Jeremy Maggs
Acting MD and Editor: eNCA

In light of the drought that Cape Town is facing, the entire festival will be water wise and operate outside the municipal grid. This includes ablution facilities which will be brought in, instead of using the existing infrastructure at the stadium. Throughout the day patrons will be reminded that they need to be conscious of water usage. Heart FM is not only committed to leading by example as to being water conscious, but the festival is also running off bio friendly generators to reduce harm to the environment.

Hottest line-up
The line-up includes something for both young and the young at heart, celebrating the best South African and Cape Town talent.

While last season Idol’s winner Paxton Fielies agreed to perform at the festival, it was not in consultation with her newly appointed manager, who accepted an invitation to perform at another radio station concert which required exclusivity.

Festival director Denver Apollus explains. “We are not pleased with the outcome as we believe these new artists should be given the exposure across multiple platforms and not be exclusive. We should never let our brands dictate the segregation of our Cape Town artists. We are here to support and Heart FM will do so regardless. We support Paxton and look forward to our partnership with Robin Pieters’ show where she will be performing with him on 14th February 2018 at the GrandWest Arena.”

Artists taking to the stage: Jimmy Nevis, Youngsta CPT, Marc Alex, Prime Circle, Craig Lucas, AKA, Cassper Nyovest, Sketchy Bongo, Tresor, Dr Victor & The Rasta Rebels, Mango Groove, Die Heuwels Fantasies, Nasty C, Emo Adams, Sasha-Lee Davids, Alistair Izobell, Salome, Kurt Darren, Chad Saaiman, Jarrad Ricketts, Airborne, The Black Ties.

The sought-after sold-out four day jazz music festival offers a stellar line-up of both local and international acts. This year at the 7^th installment of Jazz on the Rocks, festival goers can look forward to seeing Joe Mcbride doing a tribute to Ray Charles alongside 23 other top notch local artists.

The popularity of the event, which takes place from Thursday 23 February to Monday 27 February 2017, has grown exponentially over the last few years, with campsites at Tieties Baai sold-out at least nine months ahead of the event. Apart from attracting thousands of people to the reserve, the event contributes significantly towards the economy of the region. Local entrepreneurs are also given the opportunity to showcase their goods and services, further entrenching an entrepreneurial culture and spirit in the communities.

Founder and Heart FM Presenter Clarence Ford says the festival promises a little more this year. “We will be hosting a community youth sports festival on the Voorstrand beach in Paternoster on Saturday 25^th February. We’d like to focus on youth in the area and sport, which is well loved in the community. We want to unlock the abundance of talent in youth, in the fields of music and sport. It is important that we are not only seen as festival creators, but that we are invested in developing the youth of the region. We want to leave a lasting legacy for years to come, without leaving a footprint on the splendid.”

Ford says he would like to get more youth involved in the festival. “We want to upskill them with knowledge about festival design and the management thereof. To facilitate this, we have the Cape Peninsula of Technology on board again this year. In 2016, 15 youth from the Paternoster area were acknowledged for their learning by the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. We are proud of their achievement. They are able to now be economically active in more than just the crayfish industries.”

Sponsors for the 2017 edition include, NEDBANK, Old Mutual, The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, VODACOM, Distell and SAB Miller. The event strategically involves the Department of Fisheries, to educate the local community and visitors about the dramatically decreasing crayfish reserves.

About Jazz on the Rocks

Jazz on the Rocks was successfully introduced to Tietiesbaai, Paternoster in 2011. The event enables families’ quality time in the great outdoors. While the event essentially harnesses the healing forces of nature and music, social entrepreneurship is at the heart of all endeavours. Behind all effort and risk, is a passionate mission to empower youth from “target” areas, in all elements of festival design and management. The objective is for youth from previously disadvantaged, host communities, to be effectively equipped to manage the event in future years. The Jazz on the Rocks stage has seen some of South Africa’s leading acts alongside their international counterparts including, Hugh Masekela, Lira, Andy Narrel, Joe McBride, Freshly Ground, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Jimmy Dludlu and Judith Sephuma, Jay Beckenstein, Marion Meadows and many more.

Radio Kaboesna is a radio station that broadcasts on the 98.0 FM frequency to reach listeners in town and surrounding farms. The station reaches listeners in LSM groups one to six, in all age groups. It broadcasts 18 hours a day in Afrikaans, English  and Xhosa. They specifically target the youth and young working class.

The broadcast areas are Calvinia, Niewoudtville, Vanrynsdorp, Citrusdal and Williston.

More Information:
Contact person: Jack Joseph
Landline: 027 341 2263
Cell: 083 333 6622.

About Mokopane Community Radio:

Mokopane Community Radio broadcasts from Mokopane in the Limpopo province on 100.0 FM. The audience they target are multilingual black listeners of all ages. About 60% of the station is talk, while 40% is music. The stations broadcastrange includes Polokwane, Mokopane, Roedta, Tzaneen, Magoebaskloof, Morbeng, Ngoako Ramelepe, Makhado, LEphalale, Vaalwater, Thabazimbi, Modimolle and Bela-Bela.

Contact Details:
Sms line: 34179
Studio:0716582212
Office: 015 483 2106

About MFM 92.6:

MFM 92.6 is an independent radio station that’s situated on the campus of the University of Stellenbosch. They offer an alternative to the monotony of conservative mainstream radio stations. MFM tries to stay in-touch with and part of the community so that they know their listeners intimately and is a welcome and familiar sound in homes, offices and automobiles throughout their broadcast area.

Contact Details:
Office: (021) 808 3098
Studio: 086 163 6926
Fax: (021) 808 4814
SMS: 44926

About Eastwave Radio:

Eastwave Radio is one of over 100 community radio stations in South Africa and one in every ten listeners is tuning into a community radio station. According to Radio Audio Measurement (RAM), listenership to community Radio is in excess of six million which is a clear indication that community radio has entrenched itself in the media environment in South Africa. Community radio has played a geat role in fostering the growth of democracy in our country. Eastwave Radio, though past and present Board of directors, Management, Staff and Presenters have proved, through personal sacrifices and dedicated efforts, their determination to preserve Eastwave Radio in our community. Over the years, the radio station has grown in terms of staff and volunteers. The radio station enjoys a healthy relationship with the business sector, all government organisations, non-governmental organisations, private and community institutions and the entire community of its coverage area.

From Rock 2 Maskande 2 Metal 2 Kwaito 2 Jazz 2 R&B 2 Afrikaans Pop 2 Hip Hop 2 Gospel 2 Blues 2 Classics and a little SPORT.

We use our satellite platform to syndicate hit radio programs to urban FM stations across the continent. TransAfrica Radio has been on air since the year 2000, consisting of a loyal fan base across the whole of Africa.
TransAfrica Radio is Africa’s very first satellite radio channel. We are the only African radio station that can claim continental coverage on DSTV.

We have a mission to:
Deliver a high quality brand experience that appeals to a diverse range of cultures throughout Africa and the rest of the world.
To stay in line with the overall strategy of TransAfrica media and deliver content that is purely African.
Live up to the slogan ‘One Voice, One Africa’ by broadcasting content which is relevant, interesting and ethical.
Produce content which is heavily rooted in current issues within the African continent.

Our target audience includes:
The Urban Youth.
Members of Africa’s fast-growing, affluent and influential black community.
Members of youth still living at home and studying towards their future.
Start-me-ups entering the working environment.
Young families with children.
Highly brand-conscious members of society.

Want to get in touch with us? Don’t be shy!
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52 Keyes Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa 2196

TEL: 011 447 7400
FAX: 011 447 2406
EMAIL: info@transafricamedia.com
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