Robert Marawa inks sports show deal with 947
Veteran sportscaster Robert Marawa has inked a lucrative deal with 947 for his popular show ‘Marawa Sports Worldwide’ (MSW).
Primedia Broadcasting CEO, Lindile Xoko has confirmed that sportscaster Robert Marawa has signed a deal with 947, which will see his sports show Marawa Sports Worldwide (MSW) airing on the station.
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ROBERT MARAWA SIGNS DEAL WITH 947
The sports personality Robert Marawa revealed in an interview with Primedia that his move to 947 is both historic and exciting as it will create a wider reach for all his Marawa Sports Worldwide fans.
“My move to Primedia is both historic and exciting in creating a wider reach for all MSW fans, especially for Gauteng residents, who have been complaining about being left out,” said Marawa.
“I’m grateful to both Arena and Primedia for seeing things in a futuristic manner by creating what will now be four unique platforms thus creating radio history with this unparalleled simulcast offering. With this move, we are raising the game for sports enthusiasts in SA and beyond. For me professionally, this is the best moment in my radio career.”
947 fans can tune in for Marawa’s sports commentary from this Wednesday, 1 February from 6 pm to 7 pm.
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‘MARAWA SPORTS WORLDWIDE’ AVAILABLE ON VUMA FM
Robert Marawa’s sports show Marawa Sports Worldwide will air for an hour on weekdays on 947 at 6 pm, while syndicated on SowetanLIVE, Vuma FM, and Rise FM.
Primedia Broadcasting CEO, Lindile Xoko added she’s delighted that Primedia has joined forces with Robert Marawa who is recognised worldwide as a sports authority and is a respected broadcaster.
“The massive reach that the 947 audiences deliver to our clients is now complemented by us hosting Robert’s premier sports show.”
947 station manager Ravi Naidoo told Sowetan: “We have heard our listeners appeal for sports news and so we will be easing drive-time frustrations with a stretch of compelling high-quality sports radio. Listeners can look forward to 60 minutes filled to the brim with the very latest sports news, exclusive exposés, and interviews, with real-time updates and insights.”
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