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A near-death experience inspired Andile “MC Pholobas” Ngcobo to establish an online radio station that caters to the needs of people living with disabilities

Ngcobo plucked up the courage to start an online radio station in 2020, after 11 years of working for Izwi Lomzansi..

Ngcobo plucked up the courage to start an online radio station in 2020, after 11 years of working for Izwi Lomzansi. His station was initially called Masiqoqane Online, but has since changed to Siyaviva Online Radio.“I started saving money for this project about 10 years ago, but my childhood dream would not have been a reality if it was not for traditional herbalist-cum-businessman Dr Nondelamzimba Dlamini, who bought me broadcasting equipment worth R40 000.

I had no car then and I had to wait for a cab outside my home at the bus stop, which was a few metres away. It was just after 11pm when we were approached by three guys who started calling me all sorts of names. I was with a family member because I struggle with my eyesight. Siyaviva Online Radio broadcasts 24/7 and is manned by 30 volunteer staff members who include presenters, technical producers and content producers.

 

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