{"id":8633,"date":"2025-01-08T12:20:46","date_gmt":"2025-01-08T12:20:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demo.pro.radio\/type1\/?p=8633"},"modified":"2025-12-17T10:16:23","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T08:16:23","slug":"listeners-choice-awards-your-top-picks-for-this-years-music-icons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lesedifm.co.za\/lesedifm\/listeners-choice-awards-your-top-picks-for-this-years-music-icons\/","title":{"rendered":"LESEDI FM CELEBRATES 62 YEARS OF BROADCASTING EXCELLENCE &#8211; INTERVIEW WITH PROGRAMMES MANAGER, MRS. MANNINI NYOKONG"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Q: Firstly, congratulations on Lesedi FM celebrating 62 years of broadcasting. As the Radio Programmes Manager in charge of the station, which has the great responsibility of ensuring that it discharges its public mandate as a public service platform, within the vast SABC radio portfolio; what does this achievement mean to you and the team?<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>A: This is a big milestone for Lesedi FM which is the testimony of the commitment and passion of the team to serve the audiences and ensure that the station thrives against all odds.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Q: What would you say have been some of the biggest achievements for the station during these years and also what challenges has the station faced, in ensuring its survival in a diverse and competitive radio landscape?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<hr \/>\n<p>A: Lesedi FM is still relevant and prominent after so many years in the broadcasting industry and has managed to reach the 4 million mark in 2021 after a couple of years. It is the 5th biggest radio station which is also among the Top 5 profitable stations of the SABC amid the economic decline in the country and internationally which was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Trending on Social Media: The Songs You\u2019re Talking About<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>We know you\u2019re always on your phone, scrolling through your social media feeds\u2014and so are we! That\u2019s why we\u2019re keeping tabs on the latest music trends across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. This week, <strong>In the End<\/strong> is the track everyone is obsessed with, sparking viral challenges and thousands of posts from fans. Tune in to find out what\u2019s driving the hype and how you can be a part of it!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Fan Poll: Your Favorite Song of the Week<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>We love hearing from you, our listeners! Every week, we take a poll to find out which songs are making the biggest impact on our audience. This week, <strong>Changing smiles<\/strong>\u00a0leads the pack, with fans voting it as their favorite track of the week. Will it stay on top, or will a new hit emerge to take the crown? Make sure to cast your vote for next week\u2019s <strong>Listener\u2019s Choice<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Mannini Nyokong - Merry Christmas &amp; Happy New Year\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HZ1uYUsg658?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Upcoming Events: Don\u2019t Miss Out!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Exciting events are on the horizon, and we\u2019re bringing you exclusive access! From live concerts to virtual listening parties, there\u2019s always something happening in the world of pop music. This week, join us for the <strong>Pop Hits Live Show<\/strong> streaming this Saturday night, featuring performances from some of your favorite stars. Stay tuned for more details and ticket information!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Stay locked in to <strong>Radio Hits<\/strong>, your number one source for everything pop and commercial music! From breaking news to insider stories, we\u2019ve got you covered with all the latest and greatest in the music world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Q: Firstly, congratulations on Lesedi FM celebrating 62 years of broadcasting. 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