Meiring, formerly programme manager at East Coat Radio in Durban and MD at Heart FM in Cape Town, replaces Naveen Singh who has been promoted to a new role within Kagiso Media.

"It’s really exciting for me to be involved in a radio station like Jacaranda FM, which I have admired for many years. I look forward to this new challenge and being part of this great product which has such a powerful position in the South African market,” said Meiring on his appointment.

Meiring’s pedigree and vast experience across several radio stations make him the perfect fit for Jacaranda FM. Bringing with him over 25 years of radio experience, his achievements include being part of the launch of East Coast Radio and launching P4 radio as Heart FM and growing their listenership figures to the highest since inception.

Jacaranda FM’s general manager, Kevin Fine, says, “Gavin has the right mix of creative and technical skills and I’m positive that his experience will contribute to the growth of Jacaranda FM.”

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