South Africa’s largest commercial radio station, Metro FM, announced a new lineup effective on Monday 1 April.
The new lineup will see some of the listeners’ favorites returning as well as new additions to the station.
Kina Nhlengethwa, Metro FM Business Manager said the 2024/25 lineup is an amplification of the station’s winning formula, which saw it gain success last year, by increasing its listenership and revenue.
“We have amplified the current line-up and are supporting the growth of weekend shows with exciting changes. Our 2024 offering will ensure that the station remains relatable and inspirational to listeners who are constantly seeking inspiration for growth and progression. Metro FM is committed to consistently providing quality content to our listeners as well as adding value to our clients,” she said.
Rorisang Thandekiso is returning to the station and kicking off the weekday mornings from 05:00 to 06:00 on ‘Command Your Day’.
Luthando “Loot Love” Shosha’s joins Thabo “Tbo Touch” Molefe to co-host the the afternoon drive show ‘The Touch Down’ on weekdays between 15:00 and 18:00.
Roxanne McKenzie, will join Ryan the DJ on ‘Urban Beat’, on Fridays 22:00 – 00:00 and Saturdays from 21:00 – 00:00.
Another fresh voice added to the station is Zola Myeza, who joins Somizi Mhlongo on the 6:00 to 9:00 slot for the ‘The Weekend Breakfast Sounds Good’ show.
In addition to the lineup changes, the station is launching a new show that focuses on music and urban lifestyle. It will be presented by Quinton “Naked DJ“ Masina and new addition to the station, Thato Immaculate on Saturdays from 18:00 – 21:00.
Seasoned broadcaster Paul Mtirara joins The Sunday Love Movement to present ‘The Chill Factor’ between 12:00 – 15:00.
‘Sunday Soul Therapy’ with Msizi Shembe moves to the 21:00 – 00:00 slot, and will focus on urban jazz, classic, soul and R&B music.
Nothemba Madumo, Oscar “Oskido” Mdlongwa, Siya Mhlongo and Sphe “SPHEctacula” Ngwenya are not part of the new line up and will be leaving the station.