Radio Stations in South Africa

 

In South Africa, Radio broadcasting started in 1923, under the auspices of South African Railways, this was before three radio services were licensed: the Association of Scientific and Technical Societies (AS&TS) in Johannesburg, the Cape Peninsular Publicity Association in Cape Town   and the Durban Corporation, which began broadcasting in 1924.

Which is the oldest radio station in South Africa?

In South Africa, the oldest known public radio station is SAfm, it is a national, English-language public radio station. It has been operated by the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) since its founding in 1936.

 

 

How do radio stations make money in South Africa?

Radio Stations in South Africa make money in various ways, which includes ads paid for by companies between shows, government funding, and other methods. In addition, the sponsored events contributes extra income. Also, callers could be charged some amount when attempting to win a prize through a call center.

 

How much do radio stations make in South Africa?

According to data, from 2017 to 2020, the following has been the revenue generated averagely by radio stations in South Africa:

2017 – $18,508,000

2018 – $18,234,000

2019 – $18,144,000

2020 – $13,866,000

 

How much is a radio license in South Africa?

In South Africa, the current cost of license fees increase by 4.5% based on the average Consumer Price Index (CPI) as at 1 April 2022, the breakdown is as follows.

Unit Price per MHz paired:                             Old fees      (R2 639)                    New fees                   R2 758

Minimum Fee                                               Old fees               R159                     New fees                R166

Minimum Fee for a Satellite Hub Station      Old fees          R65 973           New fees            R68 942

 

 

 

How much does it cost to open a radio station in South Africa?

In South Africa, it costs between R450 000 and R1. 5million including the cost of equipment to set up a fully functioning radio station.

 

How do I register a radio in South Africa?

In South Africa, an applicant must complete and submit to the Authority an application form for a radio frequency spectrum license. The proof of the non-refundable payment of the applicable application fee    must be submitted alongside  the application as prescribed in the Government Gazette No.

 

What do you need to open a radio station in South Africa?

The following are the procedures required to open a radio station in South Africa

 

• Complete the application form in print, using capital letters.
• Submit the original and 16 certified copies of the application form and a non-refundable application feeto the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa.

 

 

How many radio stations are in South Africa?

The country now has more than 165 community stations, broadcast in a number of languages with content as diverse as the country itself.

 

What is the biggest radio station in South Africa?

The biggest radio station in South Africa is the The IsiZulu language radio station Ukhozi FM, with an audience of 7.5 million listeners – an increase of 200 000 listeners from the previous release. Umhlobo Wenene assumes the second position with almost 5.4 million listeners.

Who is the best radio presenter in South Africa?

The best presenter in South Africa, is known to be, Pabi Moloi of 96.4 Metro FM, he has a very unique voice that is both intriguing and interesting.

 

Which radio station has the most listeners in South Africa?

According to data, Metro FM had 5.26million listeners, while Yfm , South Africa’s most popular radio station for younger listeners , had an audience of 1.34 million.