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The North West Media Awards 2025 celebrated outstanding journalism, broadcasting, and digital media in Rustenburg on 7 December. The event recognised both individual talent and community-based platforms across the province.
Full List of 2025 Winners
A range of media professionals were honoured for their work across print, radio, television, and online platforms:
| Category | Winner / Organisation |
|---|---|
| Investigative News Story of the Year | Jabu Oa Afrika – SABC |
| Journalist of the Year | Jabu Oa Afrika – SABC |
| Communicator of the Year | Boitumelo Boweni – Dept of Social Development (Dr KK District) |
| Community Newspaper of the Year | Klerksdorp Record |
| Newsletter of the Year | Dikgang Tsa Rona – Dept of Social Development (Dr KK District) |
| Photographer of the Year | Letlhogonolo Moleah – Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality |
| 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 |
| Online Media House of the Year | MDN TV |
| 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 |
| Social Media Influencer of the Year | Roana Grey |
| Social Media Platform of the Year | Job Opportunities with Tshepo Fout |
| 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 and New Advertising Law
Two individuals, Snyman Rankane and Dr Easy Matjila, received Special Recognition Awards for their long-standing contribution to the media industry.
During the ceremony, Deputy Minister in the Presidency Hon. Kenny Morolong announced that 30% of the national government’s advertising budget must now be spent on community media, a new law that promises to boost smaller publications and stations.
Who Made It Possible
The awards were hosted in partnership with North-West University, which was praised for supporting media development in the region. Founder Ananias Ndlovu and university spokesperson Louis Jacobs both reaffirmed their commitment to uplifting local media.
