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Raphulo presenting at Hope4future FM

Catch sedzi bi on the road When he is walking down the street, you might think he is just an ordinary young man because he does not have a distinctive posture. The moment he sits behind the microphone, you will fully enjoy the thrilling entertainment of radio, from limpopo siloam nzhelele



Raphulo making a name for himself in the radio industry. Widely known as “Sedzi Bi” also kwetukwetu by his adoring fans, Raphulu presents the SIYAFUNDA KHARI GUDE, YOWA AFTERNOON DRIVE, ROOM FOR TWO programmes on Hope4future online radio FM every Monday to Friday between 15:00 and 19:30. He also presents Affairs  shows between 06:00 and 09:00.


He drew his inspiration from various veteran presenters, fell in love with radio at a very young age. “I always came out tops during the debate competitions at school,. My fellow students and teachers kept on telling me that I was a very good speaker who could use his speaking ability to make a living.  After completing my Grade 12, I studied radio production, content management and photo journalism in order to fulfil my dream of becoming a media practitioner", he says. He is also marketing and retail management.


The young man with the golden voice started his career at Nzhelele FM and moved to Musina FM in December last year. Now he is at hope4future online radio, that's his new home and he enjoy the warmth of his listeners. He always make sure that the listeners are part of his shows because he give them an opportunity to interact with him, this could either be through social media or studio telephone calls. This makes them so special because they feel that their support is appreciated, and their contributions are considered for the improvement of the show.


Raphulu, who also has an interest in farming and in sports, says when he is not at the studio, he participates in various community building initiatives. “I am a founder of a community-based organization called Youth Future and Education Investment that assists learners to reach their educational goals. We guide them on studying tactics and we also assist them to apply for admission to institutions of higher learning.” and Ria kona youth sports club.


He encourages other aspirant presenters to seek education first before they fully venture into the broadcasting industry.


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