Bush Radio is hosting a series of debates between political parties on a number of key issues for Cape Town and South Africa. All parties have been invited to send a representative to discuss various topics and present their plans.
The debates will be broadcast on Bush Radio 89.5FM and via our online stream. The debates will also be shared on our social media platforms, make sure you follow for videos, pictures etc (TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube)
Bush Radio was excited to participate this year again in the Mitchells Plain Advice Office Career Expo.
It was held at the Westridge Civic Centre this year and was an amazing success, with Bush Radio broadcasting live from the event – we spoke to exhibitors, teachers, parents, education institutions, SETAS and most importantly the learners.
In the lead up to World Press Freedom Day, Bush Radio is honoured to have journalist, Andrea Böhm spend time at the station and engage with our trainees. Andrea is in South Africa for the German weekly “Die Zeit” covering the 2024 Elections
Andrea has a wealth of experience starting her career as a reporter for the metropolitan desk of “Die Tageszeitung”, a left daily newspaper out of Berlin, in 1989 – a few months before the Berlin wall fell
From 1992 until 1997 she covered US-politics as the paper’s correspondent in Washington.
Upon her return to Germany she started working for the “Dossier”-desk of the German weekly “Die Zeit” researching and writing investigative and in-depth stories.
From 2000 until 2006 she worked out of New York City as a free-lance reporter for several magazines covering developments in the US as well as Russia and several African countries like the DR Congo, Somalia and Kenya.
In 2013 she took over as head of the “Zeit”-middle east office in Beirut. She covered developments and conflicts in Syria, Egypt, Iraq, Libya, and Gaza.
Since 2019 she is back in Berlin as a reporter for international affairs focusing on African countries.
Böhm has authored several books – among them one on the DR Congo and one on the search for a non-western perspective on global history.
She currently works on a new project about women worldwide, who use physical violence (be it for power, self-defense, or entertainment)
International Workers’ Day, is generally celebrated on the 1st of May and is an official public holiday in South Africa celebrated as Worker’s Day.
It is a time to celebrate the achievements of workers and acknowledge their rights.
Here are some basic workers’ rights that are celebrated and advocated for:
These are just some of the key rights that workers around the world continue to fight for and celebrate on International Workers’ Day.
“30 years of Freedom“ in South Africa refers to the period since the end of apartheid and the advent of democracy after our first democratic election of 27 April 1994. It marks the time since all South Africans, regardless of race, were granted equal political rights and opportunities.
Before 1994, South Africa was governed by a system of apartheid, characterised by institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination. The majority of people of colour were systematically oppressed, denied political representation, and subjected to various forms of injustice and inequality.
The end of apartheid came with the release of Nelson Mandela from prison in 1990, followed by negotiations that led to the first democratic elections in 1994, in which all citizens could vote regardless of race. Nelson Mandela became South Africa’s first black president, and the country embarked on a journey towards reconciliation, democracy, and equality.
“30 years of Freedom” symbolises the progress made since then in terms of dismantling institutional racism, fostering inclusivity, and building a more just society. It acknowledges the achievements and challenges, including efforts to address continued socioeconomic inequality, promote reconciliation, and strengthen our democracy.
What does freedom mean to you?
Bush Radio 89.5 FM is inviting interested individuals or organisations to submit programme application proposals to develop volunteer radio programmes under any of the following broad subject areas:
Programme proposals should have a specific aim, a defined target audience and be focused on specific issues/themes under the subject area.
No previous broadcasting experience is required to submit a proposal, Bush Radio will provide the necessary training and support should your proposal be selected for development.
What are we looking for in your proposal?
How to apply?
Download the Bush Radio Programme Application Form and additional CV documents if needed
Attend an optional virtual info session on Wednesday, 13 March 2024 from 18h00 – 19h00 (Virtual Info Session on Programme Applications Process link)
Completed application must be sent via email to prapp2024@bushradio.co.za – only emailed applications will be accepted.
The deadline for submission of proposals: Sunday, 17 March 2024
Only proposals accepted for potential development will be contacted for more information, screening etc or follow-up.
Bush Radio’s decision on the selection is final for this round, but you can re-apply during the next round.
World Radio Day is celebrated on 13 February.
Radio: A century informing, entertaining and educating
World Radio Day’s theme in 2024 shines a broad floodlight on Radio’s remarkable past, relevant present and promise of a dynamic future.
The 2024 observance highlights:
source: UNESCO
Watch are some of the visuals captured by the BushRadio team at the State of the Nation address
Programme Alert: For more analysis, commentary and reaction tune into a special edition of “The Rundown” on #BushRadio 89.5FM – Saturday, 10 February 2024 at 11am.
The 2024 State of the Nation Address is scheduled to be delivered by to a joint sitting of both houses of Parliament by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday 8th of February 2024.
We asked listeners what they would tell the president he needs to address.
You can catch full coverage of the activities organised by civil society groups and NGOs leading up the address on Bush Radio 89.5FM or online, as well as the speech itself and then reactions to the speech in our coverage the next morning, on 89.5FM or online.
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