Celebrating Excellence

Honoring South Africa’s Community Media Talent

Join us in recognizing the remarkable contributions of grassroots journalists and artists shaping our vibrant community.

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About Us

Recognizing Community Media Excellence

The Mzansi Community Media Awards celebrates and honors outstanding achievements in South Africa’s community media sector.

Founded by Mangethe Media under the leadership of Zinhle Cebekhulu, we focus on fostering growth in community journalism and creative arts. Our annual awards celebrate unsung heroes who make impactful contributions. We stand out by prioritizing grassroots talents, offering platforms for visibility and recognition that elevate community voices while also receiving accolades for our dedication to the media industry.

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AWARDS CATEGORIES

Empowering Through Recognition

Celebrating excellence in community media and creative industries across South Africa, recognising the voices that shape and uplift our communities.

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RADIO

Honouring outstanding community radio stations and presenters driving local conversations, information, and connection.

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PRINT MEDIA

Recognising impactful community newspapers and journalists delivering credible storytelling and grassroots reporting.

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TELEVISION

Showcasing excellence in community television and visual storytelling that informs, educates, and inspires audiences.

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Our Journey

A Legacy of Support and Celebration

Founded in 2020, the Mzansi Community Media Awards emerged from a need to celebrate local media talent. Each year, we bring together diverse voices and acknowledge their significant contributions to journalism and the creative arts, fostering a vibrant culture of recognition that inspires excellence across South Africa’s community media landscape.

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Why Choose Us

Our Commitment to Excellence

Celebrating the individuals and organisations shaping community media and creative industries across South Africa.

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Grassroots Focus

We shine a spotlight on community media voices at the ground level, recognising those who tell real stories that matter to their communities.

Empowering Creativity

Our awards create a platform for creatives and media professionals to be recognised, opening doors for growth, collaboration, and industry visibility.

Celebrating Diversity

We honour the diversity of South Africa’s media landscape, recognising talent across cultures, languages, and creative disciplines.

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Be a part of our celebration of excellence in community media and the arts; your voice matters!

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