Capricorn FM
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| Broadcast area | Limpopo |
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| Frequency |
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| Programming | |
| Format | Urban |
| History | |
| Founded | 2007 |
First air date | 26 November 2007 |
| Links | |
| Webcast | Windows Media Audio |
| Website | capricornfm |
Capricorn FM is a commercial radio station in the Limpopo province of South Africa.[1]
Overview[edit]
The Capricorn FM station broadcasts in the FM range and also streams[2] on the internet. The station broadcasts on the following frequencies:[3]
- 96.0 FM in Mokopane/Polokwane
- 98.0 FM in Hoedspruit
- 105.4 FM in Louis Trichardt
- 89.9 FM in Sibasa
- 97.6 FM in Tzaneen
Their broadcasting comprises 70% music and 30% talk shows. The music genres featured include R&B, soul, afro-pop, afro-soul, hip hop, kwaito, house, jazz, and gospel.[3]
Its presenters include:
- Dee Nkomo
- Mpho Mashita
- Ms Kulie
- King Bash
- Muthusi Makosholo
- Black Moakamedi
- Dj Complexion
- Ngamula Teecee Chauke
- Vusi Alphaa
- Chris Chuene
- Tlou Tlolane
- Prudence Mabasa
- Aggrey Lichopwa
- Hellen Seabi
- Master Jay
- Wanani Rathanya
- Itumeleng Banda
- Mr Majo
- Lindiwe Manzini
- Mpho Magwabeni
- Hlekani Shikwambana
- Uncle TS
History[edit]
The station is named after the latitudinal line that cuts across Limpopo, the Tropic of Capricorn.[4] The station broadcasts from its studios in Bendor Park, Polokwane. It was established on November 26, 2007 and is led by its CEO, Simphiwe Mdlalose, who represents MSG Afrika Media. Mdlalose and his partner, former talk show host Given Mkhari, were part of a consortium that competed against several contenders for the license to broadcast in Limpopo.[3] Past presenters have included Shandu Madima, Karabo Maila, Prudence Mabasa, Thabiso Kotane, and Ashifa Shabba.[5]
Audience[edit]
Capricorn FM is a commercial radio station and broadcasts 70% in English and 30% in vernacular, incorporating the three dominant languages in the province (Tshivenda, Sepedi, and Xitsonga). Capricorn FM broadcasts 24/7 throughout Limpopo, with five transmitters covering the main towns and surrounding areas.[6][3]
Content[edit]
The station offers adult contemporary content, including news and opinions from on-air personalities. They also run competitions that are sponsored by brands like Tastic Rice and Samsung Mobile.[7] Weather and sports news also fill in a substantial percentage of the content.
Programming[edit]
Mondays - Thursdays[edit]
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Saturdays[edit]
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Sundays[edit]
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References[edit]
- ^ "A FEW WORDS ABOUT US". Capricorn FM. Retrieved 2023-12-05.
- ^ "Stream". Capricorn FM. Retrieved 2023-12-05.
- ^ a b c d "Capricorn FM launches in Limpopo". Bizcommunity. 2007-11-26. Retrieved 2011-04-12.
- ^ "Capricorn FM". United Stations. Archived from the original on 2011-04-23. Retrieved 2011-04-12.
- ^ "Shows and DJ's". Capricorn FM. 2011. Archived from the original on 2011-04-29. Retrieved 2011-04-12.
- ^ The AdVantage Frequency 2011: The annual guide to radio in South Africa (PDF). Media 24. October 2011. p. 4. Archived from the original on 2012-11-16.
- ^ "Win". Capricorn FM. 2011. Archived from the original on 2011-04-29. Retrieved 2011-04-12.
- ^ "Capricorn FM new Lineup Archives".