Everything clicks into place as Iindaba Zethu and Izindaba Zethu celebrates three years on DStv Channel 163
Written by: Melissa Dos Reis Goncalves Save to Instapaper
The increasingly popular Iindaba and Izindaba Zethu celebrates its third birthday this Friday, February 27, with a quirky linguistics inspired campaign, highlighting the powerful connection built with isiXhosa and isiZulu audiences by bringing them the news in their mother tongue.
Launched by Newzroom Afrika under the banner Izindaba Zethu and Iindaba Zethu to align with the host channel Mzansi Wethu, Nguni News immediately earned the trust and enthusiasm of isiZulu and isiXhosa‑speaking audiences across South Africa. The bulletin quickly became a daily touchpoint for viewers seeking credible, culturally grounded news delivered in the languages spoken by more than 40% of South Africans.
“For Newzroom Afrika, these milestones are more than just dates on a calendar,” says Newzroom Afrika CEO Thabile Ngwato. “They are defining moments that allow us to reflect on our journey - one rooted in service, identity, and the power of language.”
At the heart of this bulletin’s success is its commitment to championing anchors and reporters who honour the richness of Nguni languages. Every bulletin is delivered with passion, precision, and cultural pride - a reflection of the channel’s mission to elevate indigenous language journalism.
This anniversary also arrives in the spirit of International Mother Language Day, celebrated annually on 21 February, reinforcing the role of preserving and promoting linguistic heritage in South Africa’s media landscape.
“As we celebrate three years, we celebrate our people - the viewers who welcomed us into their homes, the journalists who bring stories to life, and the languages that shape our identity,” said veteran broadcaster Dr Noxolo Grootboom, a mentor to many of the current anchors and reporters. “This is more than a bulletin; it is a home for our stories, told in our voices.”
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