According to the station, Don't hold back is a first-of-its-kind podcast series created in collaboration with Jacaranda FM, German broadcaster Deutsche Welle and East Coast Radio.

"Gauteng's beloved 'More Music you Love' radio station has added an exciting ecosystem of multimedia products like the 'Don't hold back’ podcast, and winning a Bronze prize in the Education, Art and Culture category celebrates our purpose and mission-driven work, and our collaborators of course," says Deirdre King, managing director of Jacaranda FM.

The Anthem Awards aim to honour the work of media, individuals, or organisations across the globe with the goal of social impact. Don't hold back was positioned among the stars as other winners include:
  • Human Rights Watch
  • cultural icons like Lil Nas X and Stephen Colbert, and
  • the satire show Last Week Tonight.

"Thank you to all our fans who have supported us, our wonderful host Nozibele Qamngana, and the magnificent international team who collaborated internationally to bring this important bring this podcast to life!" adds King.

About the international collaboration 

The podcast is presented by well-known health activist — Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba as she creates a safe space to discuss contentious and taboo issues that matter to young South Africans. Episodes seek to inspire and encourage listeners through the personal stories of the guests, who share their stories of overcoming adversity, and in so doing — empower listeners under 35 years old to do the same.

"This international broadcaster collaboration on a podcast is a first of its kind on African soil as we created a digital product together from scratch — a true collaboration. We are incredibly honoured to be Deutsche Welle's production and distribution partner in Africa. It’s also really exciting to present the youth with an audio companion, backed by data, and produced with the utmost care," concludes King.

Key Facts:
  • Co-production of Kagiso Media (Jacaranda FM and East Coast Radio) and Deutsche Welle and is the first international broadcaster collaboration for a podcast on African soil
  • The podcast is hosted at Jacaranda FM studios in Midrand, Johannesburg
  • Urban South Africans aged 20 to 35 are the target audience for the podcast
  • Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba, the well-known YouTuber and health activist hosts season one
  • Subjects are diverse and include gender-based violence, finance, mental health, depression and toxic relationships to name a few
  • Language: English
  • Length: 20-30 mins for each episode; the first season has 10 episodes
  • The rhythm of publication: monthly on all podcast platforms

Individuals can listen to the podcast on the following platform:

For more information, visit www.jacarandafm.com. You can also follow Jacaranda FM on Facebook, Twitter or on Instagram.