"DJ Fresh has been in the game for more than 20 years, and as far as radio heavyweights go, he ranks high among the best," says Thando Makhunga, 947’s station manager.

"Fresh loves Johannesburg as much as we do, and we look forward to welcoming the Big Dawg to the afternoon drive microphone at 947," Makhunga adds.

"I look forward to engaging with my loyal following at my new home, 947. I started my radio career as an afternoon drive presenter, and [I] look forward to joining 947 for my new show in this new timeslot," says DJ Fresh.

DJ Fresh will be joined by familiar 947 voice Mantsoe Pout, who will be his partner on the drivetime show. Current hosts of The Greg & Lucky Drive, Greg Aldridge and Lucky du Plessis, will remain part of the 947 family and will host a new weekend show.

"We thank Greg and Lucky for their humour, hard work and for driving Johannesburg home in a way that only Greg and Lucky could. Listeners can look forward to their special brand of charm as they take on 947 weekends," concludes Makhunga.

The new 947 weekday line-up will take effect on Thursday, 1 August:
  • 05:00 to 06:00 — Alex Caige
  • 06:00 to 09:00 — The 947 Breakfast Club
  • 09:00 to Noon — Andy Maqondwana
  • Noon to 15:00 — Ayanda MVP
  • 15:00 to 19:00 — Fresh on 947
  • 19:00 to 22:00 — The Night show with Zweli
  • 22:00 to midnight — Date Night (Mondays to Thursdays)
  • 19:00 to 22:00 — The Bloc Party with Karabo N (Fridays)
  • 22:00 to midnight — The Bloc Party with Chrizz Beatz (Fridays)
For more information, visit www.947.co.za. You can also follow 947 on Facebook or on Twitter.