Loyiso Bala Says Goodbye to SABC’s Eastern Cape Radio Stations After Five Years
OkMzansi | 01.07.2026 16:33
Media personality, musician and media executive Loyiso Bala has announced that he is stepping down as the Business Manager of the SABC’s Eastern Cape Combo, which includes Umhlobo Wenene FM and truFM, bringing an end to a significant five-year chapter at the public broadcaster.
Loyiso shared the news with his followers on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, reflecting on the journey that shaped both his leadership career and personal growth. In a heartfelt message, he expressed gratitude to everyone who supported him throughout his time at the stations.
He wrote, “Today marks the end of my journey as Business Manager of the SABC’s Eastern Cape Combo, Umhlobo Wenene FM and trufm.
“It has been one of the most stretching and meaningful leadership assignments of my career. Not only because of the responsibility, but because of the people.
“To the UWFM and trufm teams I had the privilege of working with, thank you for your trust, commitment and shared purpose. You gave me more than support. You trusted me, and that is not something I take lightly or will ever forget.
“To the presenters, producers and internal stakeholders, thank you for your patience, your honesty, and for buying into the assignment. At times, my way of doing things may have been unconventional, but you continued to show up, and together we were able to build moments that mattered.”
Loyiso also took a moment to acknowledge the important role that his faith and family played throughout his leadership journey.
He continued, “I am deeply grateful to the Lord for His guidance, strength and grace throughout this journey. To my wife, Jennifer, and my daughters, thank you for your constant love and support. You carried me through every high and low, and I could not have done this without you.
“And to the listeners of trufm and Umhlobo Wenene FM, you are family. Thank you for your honesty, your warmth, and your loyalty to these stations.
“Without you, there would have been no reason to keep showing up with that level of commitment.
“As I leave this season, I do so with gratitude. Gratitude for the milestones reached, the lessons learned, the trust shared, and the people who made the journey worthwhile.”
His message highlighted not only the professional achievements of the past five years but also the relationships he built with colleagues, presenters, producers and listeners. Rather than focusing solely on the end of his tenure, Loyiso reflected on the people who made the experience meaningful and the lessons he will carry into the next chapter of his career.
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