Siphelele Nketo
ALFRED Nzo Community Radio, based in EmaXesibeni (Mount Ayliff), recently welcomed modernised radio equipment handed over by deputy minister in the presidency, Kenny Morolong.
He said the equipment will become an investment for the community, while helping the station to improve the quality and reliability of its broadcasts, expand its programming, and serve its audience with greater confidence.
“I encourage the station to use this equipment to deepen its coverage and provide public education on matters that affect the people of Alfred Nzo, such as the upcoming local government elections, issues around education, health, jobs, public safety, youth opportunities, and agriculture as well as government services.
He added that the government, through the MDDA (Media Development and Diversity Agency), remains committed to supporting community media as an essential part of a diverse and inclusive media sector. He made a plea to the radio station manager and workers to ensure that the station’s community mandate remains protected, and also appealed to everyone to play a part in protecting the infrastructure.
“Alfred Nzo is an asset of this community, and it must be protected against vandalism and criminals,” he concluded.
