The North West Media Awards 2025 hosted a high-impact ceremony recognising outstanding contributions in journalism, broadcasting, communication and digital media. Supported by the North-West University (NWU), the event honoured professionals and platforms who continue to shape and elevate the media landscape.
2025 WINNERS
Investigative & Hard News
• Poloko Tau Investigative News Story of the Year: Jabu Oa Afrika (SABC)
• Journalist of the Year: Jabu Oa Afrika (SABC)
Communication & Print
• Communicator of the Year: Boitumelo Boweni (Social Development – Dr KK District)
• Community Newspaper of the Year: Klerksdorp Record
• Newsletter of the Year: Dikgang Tsa Rona (Social Development – Dr KK District)
Photography
• Photographer of the Year: Letlhogonolo Moleah (Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality)
Radio & Broadcasting
• Community Radio Station of the Year: NWU FM
• Newsreader of the Year – Main: Jane Nku (Vaaltar FM)
• Newsreader of the Year – Sub: Bahedile Selogilwe (Motsweding FM)
• Radio Presenter of the Year – Main: Bonolo “Miss Faith” Monaisa (NWU FM)
• Radio Presenter of the Year – Sub: Sweetness Motsepe (You FM)
• Radio Producer of the Year: Peculiar Ntehelang (NWU FM)
• Radio Programme of the Year – Main: Meso Ya Moribo (NWU FM)
• Radio Programme of the Year – Sub: Party Starter (You FM)
Digital & Social Media
• Online Media House of the Year: MDNtv
• Social Media Influencer of the Year: Roana Grey
• Social Media Platform of the Year: Job Opportunities with Tshepo Fout
Sports Media
• Sports Presenter of the Year – Main: Kenneth Moswaane (Kgatleng FM)
• Sports Presenter of the Year – Sub: Mosela Mokgosi (Motsweding FM)
• Current Affairs Programme of the Year: Tlatlana Ya Dikgang (Kgatleng FM)
Special Recognition
• Snyman Rankane
• Dr Easy Matjila
CEREMONY HIGHLIGHTS
The ceremony featured presentations by:
• Hon Kenny Morolong, Deputy Minister in the Presidency
• Cllr Shiela Mabale-Huma, Executive Mayor of Rustenburg
• Louis Jacobs, North-West University
A key announcement of the evening:
“Thirty percent of the government advertising budget is now legally designated for community media.”
The event’s founder Ananias Ndlovu thanked North-West University for its continued support. NWU reaffirmed its dedication to uplifting and empowering media professionals.