Station Profile – “The Pride of the Nation”
Ligwalagwala FM is more than just a radio station — it’s a vibrant reflection of pride, culture, and community. Our motto, “The Pride of The Nation,” is echoed through our dynamic music mix, our engagement with listeners, and our unwavering commitment to educate, entertain, and inform in a fair and inclusive way.
In 2008, we relaunched with a bold new image that reflects who we are: energetic, modern, and deeply rooted in our audience’s lifestyle and identity.
Our new logo symbolizes:
- Iconic Presence
- Cultural Representation
- Lifestyle Connection
- Campaign Appeal
- Personal Touch
🎶 Music Format
We embrace a rich variety of genres that resonate with our listeners:
Gospel | Kwaito | Maskandi/Mbaqanga | Choral | Afro Pop | South African Hip-Hop | Contemporary Jazz | House | Reggae
🏆 Achievements
- SABC Gospel Crow Awards
- PMR Awards
- 2005 – Diamond Arrow
- 2007 – Diamond Arrow
- 2008 – Birthday Bash voted Concert of the Year by Saturday Star
- 2008 – Top 10 Favourite Radio Station (SA)
- 2012 – Best Gospel Radio Show
- 2013 – Diamond Arrow
- 2013 – Top 10 Favourite Radio Station (Position 9, 1.5 million listeners)
👥 Listenership Overview
| Category | Core Audience | Secondary Audience |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 18–35 | 35–50+ |
| LSM | 1–5 | 5–8 |
| Gender | Male/Female | Female |
| Geographic Reach | Mpumalanga, Limpopo | Gauteng |
📡 Station Footprint
Ligwalagwala FM reaches deep into Mpumalanga, with strong presence in Limpopo and Gauteng, making it one of South Africa’s most culturally rich and widely loved radio brands.
Frequencies:
- Carolina – 93.0
- Davel – 91.3
- Dullstroom – 90.8
- Hectorspruit – 97.7
- Hoedspruit – 104
- Lyndenburg – 92.8
- Mbuzini – 93.7
- Middelburg – 103.8
- Nelspruit – 92.5
- Pretoria – 89.3
- Volksrust – 89.5
