Radio Veteran Tholi B Joins Jacaranda FM
Jacaranda FM is excited to announce the appointment of broadcast veteran Tholi B as the new Integration Specialist, Programming. Tholi B brings a wealth of experience from both on-air and management roles across South Africa’s leading radio stations, joining the team to enhance the station’s programming and cross-platform integration strategies.
In this new role, Tholi B will report directly to Programming Manager Ravi Naidoo, focusing on aligning content across all platforms and ensuring seamless integration between programming and commercial interests.
Tholi B is a highly respected name in the radio industry, boasting an impressive career that spans two decades. He successfully led Power 98.7 as its Managing Director and served as Station Manager at Capricorn FM. His journey began at YFM, and he has held senior roles at Primedia Broadcasting. Beyond his management expertise, Tholi B is a recognized on-air personality, having presented shows on popular stations including YFM, 947, and Power 98.7. He is also an accomplished DJ, with several successful music singles released during his career.
Tholi B says:
“I’m genuinely excited to be joining the dynamic team at Jacaranda FM. This station has a fantastic legacy built on delivering feel-good content and connection, and I look forward to contributing my experience to an organisation that is clearly committed to innovation and connecting with its audience. This is a brilliant opportunity to leverage my passion for both the creative and strategic sides of radio, and I can’t wait to contribute to the station’s sound and future.”
Ravi Naidoo, Programming Manager at Jacaranda FM, adds:
“I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Tholi B to the Jacaranda FM family and to work with him again. Tholi B possesses that rare combination of strategic insight and creative flair, gained from both behind the scenes and in front of the microphone. I have had the privilege of seeing his passion, creativity and deep understanding of radio programming firsthand in the past, and I am incredibly excited to be working alongside him again to drive our programming forward.”
With Tholi B joining the programming team, Jacaranda FM continues to invest in the talent and expertise that drive its distinctive sound and strategic growth. His extensive industry experience and fresh perspective will ensure Jacaranda FM remains the definitive destination for feel-good radio across South Africa.
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About Jacaranda FM
Jacaranda FM broadcasts at 94.2 FM from Midrand, Gauteng and is one of the most popular radio stations with a substantial footprint across Mzansi. The station has a bilingual (English and Afrikaans) commercial license in the country; broadcasting regionally across Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and the North West Province.
Jacaranda FM also carries a national footprint through streaming audio on www.jacarandafm.com or the Jacaranda FM App. The multi-channel media brand provides an array of popular talent, easy-listening music, radio programming, social media engagement, concerts, online shopping, as well as sporting and social events.
Sustainable community initiatives form part of Jacaranda FM’s DNA with Good Morning Angels helping people and communities in need for the past 19 years. The station engages with over 4 million people across their platforms monthly, and provides market access for thousands of businesses seeking to engage a loyal South African community.
