RDA 2019 #thepowerof10: Recent Episodes
Radio Days Africa
Radio Days 2019, celebrates 10 years of learning and sharing this year and will be held at the Wits Club, Johannesburg, from 3 – 5 July 2019. #RDA19
Paul McNally (Wits Journalism) wraps up #RDA19 with a discussion around innovating radio. Join the session and give your inputs. Panellists include Nelly Kalu (Central News Television Nigeria), Naeem Ganey (Media Measure Founder) and radio futurologist James Cridland.
Join podcasting experts Selly Thiam, Eric Eddings and Veralyn Williams in this exclusive 90 min masterclass that will help you hone the skills needed to become a master podcaster.
Join podcasting experts Selly Thiam, Eric Eddings and Veralyn Williams in this exclusive 90 min masterclass that will help you hone the skills needed to become a master podcaster.
Michael Bower (Tuks FM Programme Manager) talks about their award-winning concept, ‘Words That See’. Conceptualised to enhance the listening experience of students at the Princehof School for the Blind, the station created a sensory journey on a visit to the Pretoria Zoo. Come and listen to the audio and experience the zoo like never before.
Campus radio has long been a feeding ground for established community broadcasters as well as commercial and public radio. Nnyane Keamogetswe (CUT FM Station Manager) is a product of campus radio and works tirelessly at the Central University of Technology to grow and develop the next generation of professionals. She shares her journey as well as tips for new talent looking to work in the campus radio sector.
Kate Wilkinson (Africa Check Deputy Chief Editor) describes Africa Check and Volume’s new project, which verifies the authenticity of messages shared in WhatsApp groups. The debunks are sent out once a month in a 5-minute voice note. The organisations have won $50,000 from the International Fact-Checking Network to expand the project.
While traditional radio in South Africa has found a place on the Internet, a new form of online radio is currently emerging from the Internet. It is called r@dio, a multimedia, multi-platform and convergent medium that differs from traditional radio in many ways. With very little information available about this new media form, Hendrik Baird (GaySA Radio) shares insight from his research project that aimed to investigate how emerging r@dio stations operate, how they use the Internet to create and grow audiences and how they measure their success.
Community radio plays a major role in the development of the local music industry and has been key in promoting and developing artists. There exists a natural synergy between the sector and SAMRO. Manaileng Maphike (Business Development Manager: Licensing) shares insight into the relationship.
Aisha Mohammed (Marketing Director Sony Music Africa) shares her take on where radio and music meet. She will also give insight into the changing face of music, the promotion of artists and the releasing of new tracks. The session will ask the question is the romance between music and radio dead?
A regular contributor and friend to Radio Days Africa, Arthur Goldstuck (World Wide Worx CEO) shares his thoughts on where the tech revolution is heading.
The German Development Cooperation and UN Women have established a Media Compact Flagship Project that looks to initiate a sector-wide dialogue centered on combating gender stereotypes in the media and increasing more gender sensitive reporting and programming. Research suggests that the media landscape in Southern Africa is still largely unequal when it comes to gender questions. Male perspectives continue to dominate news in the region with women sources only representing 20% of all sources. Women are more likely to be seen than heard with percentages of women sources lower than images of women across all media formats. Xoli Matomela explores gender, diversity & GBV in South African media; drawing from research conducted into the topic.
Current radio personalities chat about their careers, their secrets to success and skills needed to grow your career. Join Dr Sindi van Zyl (Kaya FM), Fikile Moeti (5FM), Bryce Clarke (YFM) and Carla Mackenzie (Jacaranda FM) as they share their media journeys.
Jan Brückner from Benztown Branding will demonstrate and create an audio-imaging package live during this masterclass. Engage with and learn from a top audio producer and see Benztown in action!
Jan Brückner (Benztown Branding) will demonstrate and create an audio-imaging package live during this masterclass. Engage with and learn from a top audio producer and see Benztown in action!
Lynn Joffe (Creatrix CEO) shares the elements of being a great storyteller and what one needs to do to become a master of this key skill in the audio business
Lynn Joffe (Creatrix CEO) shares the elements of being a great storyteller and what one needs to do to become a master of this key skill in the audio business
Hosted by Camilla Bath, this masterclass aims to empower practitioners with skills and tips. With insight from her years working as the Deputy News Editor at Eyewitness News, the session will share practical advice for those working in the newsroom.
Lance Rothschild (Liberty Radio Awards CEO) is joined by the Station of the Year category winners as they share insights into what they feel made them best in their category at the Liberty Radio Awards 2019. Winning stations and their representatives are Tuks FM (Leanne Kunz) Hot 91.9FM (Lloyd Madurai), Kaya FM (Greg Maloka) and Umhlobowene FM (Phumzile Mnci).
Radio remains a powerful and instant way to communicate news, share knowledge and engage with audiences. Remaining a champion of the people is key in small communities. Bérard Duprès (Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation CEO) tells us more about the SBC and how they have embraced the digital era by modernising their radio broadcast technology whilst remaining engaged with their communities, both locally and internationally
Nick Chasimpa (BBC Media Action Zambia), describes their nationwide audience research survey on the impact of their current affairs programming on partner stations. The research indicates that good programming can empower social change in communities.
Public broadcasting is seen as crucial to democracy but has come under increasing strain recently. At the same time, African public broadcasters in many cases struggle to move out of the shadow of the state. Join Franz Krüger (Director Wits Radio Academy and Head of Journalism), Nada Wotshela (SABC Radio GE), Bérard Duprès (Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation CEO) and Phil Molefe (Southern African Broadcasting Association) as they discuss the current state of public broadcasting in Africa and if there is any sign of reforming these services.
This panel discussion with Mahlatse Mahlase (Group Editor-in-Chief EWN), Stephen Grootes (SAFM Morning Live) and Portia Kobue (Kaya FM News Editor) looks at the changes in the South Africa reporting landscape in the last 25 years as well as the challenges faced in modern newsrooms.
Kevin Fine (Jacaranda FM CEO) speaks about the content economy and building a digital relationship with audiences
How did the number one commercial radio broadcaster in Kenya entrench themselves in this position? Jeridah Andiya (Radio Citizen Station Manager) speaks about the Kenyan radio landscape and how Radio Citizen is adding value to their audiences on a daily basis.
Radio has the ability to bring peace to a region ravaged by conflict. Carim Camara a Senegalese broadcaster shares his story on how radio can be used for conflict resolution in areas that are socially, politically or militarily charged.
Vision View Sports Radio has carved out a niche online station. Catering to a diverse community of sports lovers and enthusiasts, the station has capitalised on the ability of sport to unify a diverse population. Mafadi Mpuru (Vision View Sports Radio CEO and Founder) shares experiences from their first year of sports broadcasting.
Audio content on demand is a bustling space. The question for many is, is it lucrative? Join podcasting experts Selly Thiam, Eric Eddings and Veralyn Williams as they share insight into the business of podcasting.
Radio Futurologist James Cridland looks into the future of radio and audio. In particular, the effect that new platforms and technology are having on the radio business across the world and what radio’s multiplatform future looks like. He will also speak about the effect of smartphones on radio listening, and radio’s place in social media.
The rise of digital has been a quest to be of service to humans through authentic, trusted and intimate engagement, all while maintaining a human and community driven value system. Radio has been on the journey all along. Digital platforms can amplify radio’s core assets as radio learns new tools, but not new values. Anice Hassim (Lead Strategist) tells us how radio’s digital promise is rooted in its human past.
John Masuku is a journalist, activist and broadcaster. He will speak about the current state of radio in Zimbabwe and the need for the airwaves to be opened up.
Francois Retief (IONO.FM COO), explains different technology options ranging from low impact pre-roll ads all the way to extensive in-stream ad replacement, with price breakpoints and cost/benefit analysis. He also unveils a brand-new mid-range that eliminates the typical complexity and costs of generating revenue from online streaming. RadioDays 2019 presentation.pdf — PDF (1.8 MB)
Join Liz Gunner (Research Professor at the University of Johannesburg) as she discusses Ukhozi FM at 59 years, Zulu radio and the creation of a modern Zulu audience.
Smile 90.4 FM has been Sharing the Good News Across the Mother City for several years. It was a programming decision taken to cut through the clutter and create a unique positioning statement in a competitive broadcasting market. Naveen Singh (Smile 90.4 FM Programme Manager) shares content pieces as well as the impact the decision has made on the Smile brand
Radio dramas have long been part of the success in engaging and entertaining audiences. Candy Dempers (CEO Mediaheads 360) and the Team from Mediaheads 360 share their insights into this art form and take us on a journey in this final session of the day. Be prepared to participate and add your voice to this unique session as we record a live radio drama.
In a commercial environment it is essential to harness all available resources to reach audiences with great content. Nick Efstathiou (Central Media Group CEO) explains how the group went from being a regional radio station to be a fully converged media company, owning several platforms, generating content and being a champion of their region.
Radio is synonymous with boxes and racks filled with equipment. The ever-changing tech space has revolutionised radio control rooms and has literally put radio in the hands of the people. Frank Schulze shares his ten tech tips for those working in the radio space.
oin Gavin Meiring (GM Radio Solutions), Grant Nash (947 Programme Manager), Penny Ndlovu (Head of Programming Classic FM) and Zandile Tembe (Ukhozi FM Programme Manager) for a live air check. They will show you how to integrate multi-platform touch points and highlight key points to connect with audiences.
In this fast-moving session, Akwasi Sarpong and Phillippa Guillou from the BBC Minute describe how the BBC has changed to reflect young people’s lives, interests and conversations. They will share examples from Africa and the rest of the globe looking at traditional radio and new digital platforms.
The ability for talent to identify opportunities, work across platforms and media, and harness the power of their own brands is a unique skill. Claire Mawisa (Presenter, Producer and Voice Artist) shares her journey in the media space and gives tips to ensure relevance in a changing media landscape.
It’s 2019 and everyone is talking about audio and some of the biggest brands in the world are taking audio branding seriously for the first time. Join Paul Holmes (ReelWorld) as he explores The Power of Sound and looks at ways to supercharge your station sound.
Multi-platform promotions with a strong on-air element are essential tools for radio stations to remain relevant in an entertainment economy. Back by popular demand, Niall Power (Beat 102 – 103 Presenter and Producer) shares ten well-planned and executed promotions that created energy, excitement and great on-air talkability.
Join the award-winning Linda Manganye (Power FM Production Manager), Herman Tefo (Sound Production Manager – Primedia Broadcasting) and Siyanda Fikelepi (Umhlobo Wenene FM Programme Manager) as they talk through the process of imaging a radio station using local nuances, powerful local voices, talented script writers and a uniquely African perspective. (Track 1)10
Radio and audio platforms always need to inspire, train and employ the next generation of radio professionals. Join Greg Maloka (Kaya FM CEO) as he chats to two young media professionals and a media trainer about the challenges of breaking into the industry and the need for mentorship. Panellists include Ona Peteke (Voice of Wits), Matthew Malcom (YFM) and Mike Lunika (TMC Academy). (Track 1)10
The ability to attract eyes and ears in a changing consumption landscape remains key to media brands. Jonathan Lyamgohn (Sound City TV & Radio CEO) explains how they operate a network of eleven radio stations and three TV stations across two of Nigeria’s biggest cities, and what they do to ensure they captivate a large, yet restless media market.
Lyndon Johnstone (Classic FM CEO) explains the process of re-branding, re-thinking and re-launching Classic 1027. The last twelve months have seen significant investment in this Gauteng based station and Johnstone gives insight into the process and projected outcomes.