Grootes has been with Primedia Broadcasting for 16 years and has aimed to bring audiences the latest political insights and analysis on EWN. He then moved into various talk show host roles on 702, including the Midday Report, the Breakfast Show and the Afternoon Drive.
"Stephen’s political acumen, combined with his ability to present South African political stories in a way that the rest of us can understand, makes him an exceptional current affairs broadcaster," says 702 station manager, Thabisile Mbete. "We wish him all the very best in his new chapter."
Grootes adds, "It’s an incredibly sad day for me to leave 702. I’ve been with the station and EWN for so long, it’s been my home, my family and so much of my life. I’ve learnt so much and watched so much history happen. But I’m excited about the future, and my place in it.”
The new 702 Afternoon Drive host will be announced shortly.
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