Dr Noxolo Grootboom to host the launch of Nguni language news on Mzansi Wethu
Newzroom Afrika brings the latest news and weather information to Mzansi Wethu with the launch of isiZulu and isiXhosa news broadcasts.
DStv has introduced a news and weather information service in Nguni languages, which is powered by Newzroom Afrika (DStv Channel 405) and hosted on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163).
The isiZulu and isiXhosa language news bulletin, Izindaba Zethu and Iindaba Zethu will broadcast daily from Monday, 27 February at 19:00.
Passing the torch to a new generation of Nguni-language broadcast journalists, the iconic and much-loved Dr Noxolo Grootboom will make a brief return to the screen for the launch period, before continuing as the service’s Nguni News Mentor and Editorial Adviser.
Dr Noxolo is taking a line-up of seasoned broadcasters and journalists under her wing which includes: Lisakhanya Pepe as the isiXhosa anchor, Thabile Mbhele, isiZulu anchor, Dicksy Mdlalose, isiZulu weather anchor and many more.
MultiChoice Director for Local Entertainment Channels, Shirley Adonisi, said the addition of the new news platform would offer a greater diversity of views and promote a broader understanding of events affecting the country. “We are excited to provide another platform for news that is reliable and relevant, accurate and fair, in languages understood by more than 50% of South Africa’s population,” she said.
Don’t miss the Nguni news
- isiZulu: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- isiXhosa: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Alternates on Sundays
Tune into Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163) from Monday-Sunday at 19:00 for a daily review of Mzansi’s news in Nguni languages.
Download and watch later
Get the DStv app (Apple, Android or Huawei) and download episodes to watch on your phone or tablet – just remember to connect to the Wi-Fi first so there are no surprise data costs.
