Festival organiser Nicolas Regisford says, "The opportunity to collaborate with SABC and Arena Holdings is both humbling and inspiring."

"Their support signals a strong belief in the festival's vision and fosters a partnership built on mutual trust and value exchange. Our goal is to create relationships that are not only beneficial now but also have the potential to become commercially viable in the future," adds Regisford.

This landmark event highlights the importance of media partnerships in creating meaningful and impactful experiences. Attendees can expect to hear extensive coverage on SABC radio stations and read about the festival in the Sunday Times, Sowetan, and on digital platforms such as Sowetan Live, Viva Nation TV, and Times Live, all part of the Arena Holdings network. 

DJ Sbu, a supporter of the festival, says, "Youth Month is the perfect time to create something memorable. We're dedicated to making this festival a standout experience."

Mmoni Seapolelo says, "We are thrilled to be in partnership with SA Podcast and Music Festival, a dynamic force in the media industry. We strongly believe that together we will amplify our message of youth development, reach wider audiences using our various platforms as the public broadcaster, and inspire positive change in our society through the power of media."

The festival will kick off with a podcast masterclass and DJ performances on the first day, followed by a music masterclass on the second day. The second day will also feature:

  • live performances
  • A&R development sessions, and
  • a critical conversation on the music industry today, presented by The Music Arena.

For event details and ticket information, click here. 

Dates: Friday 14 June and Saturday, 15 June

Venue: Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Road Kempton Park, Johannesburg

Times:

  • Friday conference 11:00 till 18:00
  • Friday after party 18:00 till late
  • Saturday conference 11:00 till 16:00, and
  • Saturday concert 16:00 till late.

For more information, visit www.podcastandmusicfest.co.za. You can also follow The SA Podcast & Music Festival on Facebook or Instagram. 

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