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#ATI2025 | Lungelo Mtwa, the winner at Africa’s Travel Indaba Annual Fun Run. Lungelo was awarded a return flight ticket from Cape Town to London, UK, thanks to Norse Airline. Lungelo, a Tourism Management graduate and a Tourist Guide from Winne Madikizela Mandela Local…

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#ATI2025 | Ubuntu Radio engaged with Ms Dayina Valoyi, leading a delegation of Tsonga women from Baleni Slat, a cooperative that harvest pure salt from soil which has been used for food, medicinal purposes and sacred
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#ATI2025 | Mpumalanga Tourism & Parks Agency signed the Memorandum of Understanding with Limpopo Tourism Agency to form collaborations and support each other in the promotion of tourism growth.

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#ATI2025 | Mpumalanga Tourism & Parks Agency signed the Memorandum of Understanding with Limpopo Tourism Agency to form collaborations and support each other in the promotion of tourism growth.

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Ubuntu Radio, giving an African perspective to global affairs, tell the South African and African story.

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Coming up on the Midday Conversation with Vusi and Sabelo today:- We kick start with an Artificial Intelligence conversation with Maha Jouini, tech policy expert and advocate for ethical AI. - Our leadership contributor, Onke Saki, unpacks the rise of regenerative leadership with a focus on moving beyond sustainability. - Dr. Grace Matubatuba from District74 Southern African Toastmasters speaks about the importance of communication, public speaking and leadership in today's world. Tune in on DSTV Channel 888 or stream live via www.ubunturadio.com ... See MoreSee Less

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Coming up on the Midday Conversation with Vusi and Sabelo today:- We kick start with the review of the week's headlines with Gugu Tshabalala. - Our spotlight beams on Tilly Legodi, co-founder of Kgosigadi Rides, a pioneering all-female e-hailing service. - On the Health ConversatMC Motšelisi Motsieloa Silindanendane speaks about the triggers, manifestations and solutions for work-related stress.- Katlego Mosielele provides an insightful overview of the week's sporting highlights. - We talk fashion with Rose Molteno, fashion and founder of Molteno Couture. - Kuhle Mpahlwa is back with the latest market updates. Dial in live DSTV Channel 888 or stream via www.ubunturadio.com ... See MoreSee Less

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LISTEN | tinyurl.com/w9nkzac6Minister Ronald Lamola speaking to Ubuntu Radio following the BRICS Foreign Minister’s Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.BRICS Foreign Ministers welcomed the Republic of Belarus, the Plurinational State of Bolivia, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Republic of Cuba, the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Malaysia, the Kingdom of Thailand, the Republic of Uganda, and the Republic of Uzbekistan as BRICS partner countries, to the first standalone BRICS Foreign Minsters Meeting since their admission as BRICS Partner countries on 1 January 2025. Ministers from BRICS and Partner countries engaged in a session on The Role of the Global South in Reinforcing Multilateralism. In his remarks, Minister Lamola noted that South Africa has put Partner Country model on table during 2023 Johannesburg BRICS Summit. He noted that the Global South is the driving force for change and global institutions like the United Nations, the World Bank, and the IMF often reflect outdated power structures and must adapt to the present-day shared responsibilities it occupies. The Global South is no longer a marginalised silent partner in global affairs. It is a rising force with growing political, economic, and cultural influence.Minister Lamola underscored that while traditional multilateralism has often flowed from North to South, the Global South has demonstrated how regional and inter-regional collaboration can chart a new path. From the African Continental Free Trade Area to ASEAN’s regional initiatives and BRICS’ growing economic influence, these platforms show that development can be driven by solidarity, mutual respect, and shared challenges.He concluded by highlighting that as the President of the G20, the first Presidency on African soil, South Africa is also seeking to amplify the continued value of the G20 as a forum of the world’s largest developing and developed economies. ... See MoreSee Less

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about our products and services.

What is Ubuntu Radio?

Ubuntu Radio is a product of the South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO). DIRCO through Branch: Public Diplomacy, launched Ubuntu Radio in October 2013 – Africa’s first Government online Radio station.

Where is the station situated?

The station is broadcasting daily from the fully-fledged production and broadcasting studios situated on the 3rd floor, Branch: Public Diplomacy, DIRCO head office.

Who owns the station?

The station is fully owned and controlled by DIRCO

What type of programmes are featured on Ubuntu Radio?

The vision of the station is to provide a platform for news and dialogue on South Africa’s foreign policy position and objectives. Tell African stories from an African perspective. It aims to create a fair and balanced representation of the work of the department and government as a whole; and to clearly and consistently present the policies of the Government of South Africa.

What is the station’s vision?

Why a government radio station?

Although reliable news sources exist, there are times when the news of the day is littered with inaccuracies, misrepresentations of government or is factually incorrect. DIRCO seeks to address this by providing a platform for the department and government to proactively communicate news and information opposed to being reactive.

How do I access Ubuntu Radio?

It is available on the internet (www.ubunturadio..com) and you can also download the application for mobile devices and smart phones.

What about other departments with an international mandate?

Other government departments and institutions with an international mandate are participating in the programming with the provision of content/updates (Departments of Tourism, Trade and Industry, Brand South Africa etc)

About the station

Ubuntu Radio, launched by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) of South Africa, is an innovative online, 24-hour radio station designed to enhance communication regarding South Africa's foreign policy. It stands out as the first of its kind in Africa, operating under a government institution for non-commercial purposes. The station follows a "Talk Radio" format, aiming to create a platform for discussions and exchanges of ideas on diplomacy and international relations.

Accessible through www.ubunturadio.com and on DSTV Audio Bouquet Channel 888, Ubuntu Radio targets a global audience, including both South African citizens and the international community. Its content is shared with key media partners, such as SABC’s Channel Africa and community radio stations, to extend its reach.

The station's objectives include raising public awareness, fostering public discourse on South Africa’s foreign policy, and engaging a wide range of stakeholders, including opinion makers, scholars, diplomats, and students. The decision to choose an internet-based platform reflects the global trend and the effectiveness of online radio in reaching diverse, international audiences.

Ubuntu Radio offers live broadcasts of major DIRCO events, announcements, and campaigns, making it an essential source of trustworthy, up-to-date news on South Africa’s foreign policy. Through its broad reach and multimedia capabilities, the station has become a vital tool for stimulating meaningful discussions on the country's foreign relations.