Lihle Mbikwana from Bulungula Community Radio in the Eastern Cape got to spend some time at the station to learn more about the operations of Bush Radio.
Providing listeners in Cape Town and globally, with interesting and varied content is one part of the work done by Bush Radio.
As the oldest community radio station project in Africa, and known as the “Mother of Community Radio” we assist other community radio stations and organisations in navigating the media landscape and providing training.
A short updated video tour of Bush Radio compiled by interns Jamie-Lee Fredericks and Riyaaz Semaar.
We will be bring you more #videovlogs, #videovox, live streams and more of the work of Bush Radio and the trainees soon.
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Bush Radio, Africa’s leading volunteer-driven community radio station is opening applications for internships for those interested in getting into media.
No prior experience or formal qualification is required.
The internship will provide basic experience and training in journalism, radio content production and multimedia.
Read the requirements below CAREFULLY.
Are you…
Curious, adventurous, always looking for a story, willing to hunt down a source, hungry to learn, energetic, able to speak, write and read in English & Afrikaans/Xhosa, willing to explore new frontiers in media?
Would you like to…
Record sound, conduct interviews, compile bulletins, read bulletins, take pictures, record video, cover events, test your skills LIVE to a FM and online audience of over 275 000 people, generate interview ideas, liaise with guests, assist presenters, research, package and present, liaise with listeners regarding programmes, updating blogs/websites, present as needed/capable, participate in outside broadcasts or events, build your career and profile?
Requirements
How to submit your application:
Only emailed applications will be considered.
Download and complete the CV Application, attach documentation (certificates etc) and email to intern22@bushradio.co.za
In the subject line clearly state: Intern intake April 2022 (Your Name + Surname)
Application deadline: 24 April 2022
Download application (CLICK HERE)
Bush Radio reserves the right not to make an appointment – Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted – No correspondence will be entered into.
If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date you should consider your application unsuccessful.
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The broadcast consisted of a “Taste of Cape Town with Wayne McKay, Lerato Mashile and Mitchum George followed by the WRHU team interviewing a Bush Radio panel consisting of:
This year in the lead up to World Radio Day, Bush Radio was invited to participate in a broadcast with WRHU Radio Hofstra University 88.7 FM in the United States as part of their global celebration.
Join us this Friday, 12 February at 3pm as we take the Cape Flats to New York and beyond.
Wayne McKay, Lerato Mashile and Mitchum George will host a “Taste of Cape Town” and this will be followed by the WRHU team interviewing Bush Radio Alumni and discussing the power of community media, its role in Africa, challenges, innovative radio programming, training and the impact of the station in Africa and globally.
The panel to be interviewed will consist of:
*Proclaimed in 2011 by the Member States of UNESCO, and adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 as an International Day, February 13 became World Radio Day (WRD). This year WRD is divided into three subthemes:
Basic protective measures against the Novel #Coronavirus – click here
Official websites for accurate information regarding COVID19:
COVID-19 Corona Virus South African Resource Portal
At 2pm on the 9 August, 2020, Bush Radio marks the 25th anniversary of broadcasting with a license from the broadcast authority.
Read: Bush Radio, Africa’s oldest community radio station project
9 August 1995 – South Africa’s first National Women’s Day – was chosen because we wanted to honour all the women who had been instrumental in giving rise to the community radio sector and establishing Bush Radio, in particular.
This year COVID19 has proven the importance of community media in helping the fight against the pandemic, by being a vital source of information and supporting the communities we serve through our programming.
Our events to celebrate 25 years of broadcasting were put on hold, but now we have an opportunity to reflect on how far we’ve and look towards the next – dare we say it – quarter of a century!
During the pandemic, we can be together via 89.5FM and stream on http://www.bushradio.co.za
Thank you for your support, and keep safe.
Basic protective measures against the Novel #Coronavirus – click here
Official websites for accurate information regarding COVID19:
COVID-19 Corona Virus South African Resource Portal
Lockdown is hard. We hope that all our supporters are doing all they can to stay safe. Stay home if you can. Use a mask when getting your grants or essentials.
The Bush Radio team continues to bring you accurate and true information, sharing your hardships as the team navigates getting to the station and keeping your favourite and new programmes going. A dedicated group is bringing you innovative, and exciting programming to help with the lockdown blues.
We also would like your ideas on what we could add to the programme schedule, especially during this time. Many have requested a return to our radio drama series and local artists are featuring even more than usual on our playlist.
As a not-for-profit community radio station we need your support. If you are in the position to assist the station please consider making a donation or direct transfer so that we can continue doing our work.
Our banking details:
Bank: Standard Bank
Account Name: Bush Radio
Account Number: 07 122 0194
Branch Name: Mowbray
Branch Code: 004909
Bank address: 37 – 39 Main Road, Mowbray, Western Cape, South Africa, 7700
SWIFT address: SBZA ZA JJ
Basic protective measures against the Novel #Coronavirus – click here
Official websites for accurate information:
COVID-19 Corona Virus South African Resource Portal
Regulations and Guidelines – Coronavirus Covid-19
Western Cape Government Health Department
Bush Radio has places available in its newsroom for volunteer recruits.
Read the following carefully!
*** This is NOT a call for DJs, music show presenters or newsreaders***
Are you:
Would you like to learn how to:
Things to pay attention to:
Shortlisted candidates will be put through a combination interview, written test (for computer skills, language, general knowledge) and a voice test at a specified date.
How to submit your application:
Download and complete the CV Application, attach documentation (certificates etc)
In the the subject line write: (name) and (surname) – Newsroom trainee March 2020
Email completed application form to newsrecruit@bushradio.co.za
Application deadline: 12 March 2020 (no late applications will be considered) Bush Radio reserves the right not to make an appointment – Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted – No correspondence will be entered into. If you have been contacted within one week of the closing date you should consider your application unsuccessful.
Bush Radio is the oldest volunteer driven community radio station project in Africa
Have you received airtime on Bush Radio?
Have you received training at the station?
Have we promoted your song, organisation, issue or start-up?
Please consider making a contribution to the continued running of Africa’s oldest, volunteer driven, not-for-profit community radio station.
Check out: https://www.givengain.com/cc/bushradio/
Spread the word so that we can keep doing what we do by being of service.
For more information visit: www.bushradio.wordpress.com
Or visit www.bushradio.co.za to listen online and find links to our social media pages.
Find out more about the work of Bush Radio and the struggles of community media visit these articles:
On Thursday the 20th June 2019, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered his State of the Nation address to the people of South Africa via Parliament.
As usual the Bush Radio team was at the sitting covering all aspects of the speech, from expectations of civil society and political parties, the fashion and the protests.
Here is a picture slideshow of some of the happenings:
Check out our instagram for more videos and pictures.
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