Good Hope FM, Cape Town\u2019s Original radio station, is excited to announce its nominations in the Urban Music Awards South
\nAfrica (UMA SA). The station has received recognition in two prestigious categories:Best Radio Station (South Africa) and Best Radio Show for The Great Drive with
\nKyeezi.<\/p>\n
Founded in 2003 in the United Kingdom, with expansions into the USA in 2007, the Caribbean in 2008, and Asia in 2009, the Urban Music Awards have now launched in
\nSouth Africa, aiming to elevate the local music scene and showcase South African talent on a global platform. The awards will debut in South Africa on Sunday, 4 May
\n2025, at the Heartfelt Arena in Pretoria.<\/p>\n
Good Hope FM, known for its vibrant and diverse programming that has shaped the sound of Cape Town for decades, is proud to be nominated for these coveted awards.
\nGood Hope FM and 5FM\u2019s Business Manager, Masi Mdingane, says, \u201cWe are beyond thrilled with these nominations from the Urban Music Awards. Good Hope FM and The
\nGreat Drive with Kyeezi has been an iconic part of Good Hope FM and Cape Town\u2019s daily staple, delivering the best in Mother City music, as well as cutting edge and
\nengaging content, whilst also reaching out to actively support the communities close to our hearts. We\u2019re proud to be recognized as part of the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me in the
\nindustry, and these nominations reflect the incredible work of our team and the unwavering support from our listeners.\u201d<\/p>\n
The South African edition of The Urban Music Awards will be streamed live to audiences worldwide via VooVix TV, a free-to-watch television streaming service with
\nmore than 4.5 million subscribers. This marks a new era for South African music, giving local artists, producers, and broadcasters the chance to shine on the global stage.
\nThe UMA SA event will also feature the South Africa\u2019s Next Superstar competition, offering an up-and-coming artist the chance to perform live at the UMA SA ceremony
\non 4 May, 2025. Additionally, UMA SA will debut the Official World Charts in South Africa, giving local artists a chance to compete internationally, contributing to the growth of South African music in the global market.<\/p>\n
Cressida Oppenheimer, Head of Global Partnerships at UMA and Official World Charts, says, \u201cWe are thrilled to expand the Urban Music Awards and Official World Charts
\ninto South Africa. This expansion is a game-changer, offering South African artists an unparalleled opportunity to succeed on a global stage. Music tourism is a multi-billion\u0002dollar industry, encompassing sales, concerts, tours, festivals, merchandise, and businesses, and our mission is to ensure South African music reaps the rewards
\nworldwide.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fans can vote for their favourite nominees until midnight on 2 May, 2025. To vote, users must register their profile on www.telephonos.com and follow the direct link:
\nwww.telephonos.com\/umavoting. Winners will be announced live at the Heartfelt Arena in Pretoria on 4May, 2025.
\nFor more information, follow Good Hope FM on social media, or download the Good Hope FM app for iOS and Android.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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