The Phalaphala FM Royal Heritage Festival is more than just a celebration—it's a vibrant showcase of music, tradition, and cultural pride. Hosted annually by Phalaphala FM, this mega-event takes place at the scenic Royal Gardens by Nandoni Dam, near Thohoyandou, drawing thousands from across Limpopo and beyond. This year promises an exciting lineup of activities, artists, and cultural experiences. To give us insight into what’s in store, we’re joined by Madikana Matjila, SABC Limpopo Combo Business Manager.

The Phalaphala FM Royal Heritage Festival is more than just&nbsp;a celebration&mdash;it's a vibrant showcase of music, tradition, and cultural pride.&nbsp;Hosted annually by Phalaphala FM, this mega-event takes place at the&nbsp;scenic Royal Gardens by Nandoni Dam, near Thohoyandou, drawing&nbsp;thousands from across Limpopo and beyond. This year promises an exciting&nbsp;lineup of activities, artists, and cultural experiences. To give us insight into&nbsp;what&rsquo;s in store, we&rsquo;re joined by Madikana Matjila, SABC Limpopo Combo&nbsp;Business Manager.

with Paul Mnisi , Isaac Gampu  & Lonwabo Nkohla on your Sports Desk

with Paul Mnisi , Isaac Gampu  &amp; Lonwabo Nkohla on your Sports Desk

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with Paul Mnisi , Isaac Gampu  & Lonwabo Nkohla in Sports

with Paul Mnisi , Isaac Gampu  &amp; Lonwabo Nkohla in Sports

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• Tha Muzik has our Monday evening mix to wrap things up

&bull; Tha Muzik has our Monday evening mix to wrap things up

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✓ Today we reflect on a defining moment in our history—the Sharpeville
Massacre of 21 March 1960, where 69 lives were lost in the struggle
against apartheid. At this year’s Ahmed Kathrada Foundation
Commemoration, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development,
Mmamoloko Kubayi, delivered the keynote address as the nation also
launches Anti-Racism Week 2026.

✓ From Abidjan, a powerful moment of cultural return: France has
officially handed back the Djidji Ayôkwé, a sacred ‘talking drum’ looted
in 1916 during colonial rule. Once used by the Atchan people to
communicate across villages, this massive carved drum is more than an
artefact—it is a voice of heritage.

✓ Did we know, Ma Afrika, that on the morning of 21 March 1960,
Professor Mangaliso Robert Sobukwe, founding President of the PAC of
Azania, left his home in Mofolo, Soweto, and began walking to the
Orlando police station? Along the way, small groups joined him—
ordinary men and women stepping into extraordinary history. That walk
became part of the chain of events leading to Sharpeville, reminding us
that courage often begins with a single step.

✓ Today we reflect on a defining moment in our history&mdash;the Sharpeville Massacre of 21 March 1960, where 69 lives were lost in the struggle against apartheid. At this year&rsquo;s Ahmed Kathrada Foundation Commemoration, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, delivered the keynote address as the nation also launches Anti-Racism Week 2026.
✓ From Abidjan, a powerful moment of cultural return: France has officially handed back the Djidji Ay&ocirc;kw&eacute;, a sacred &lsquo;talking drum&rsquo; looted in 1916 during colonial rule. Once used by the Atchan people to communicate across villages, this massive carved drum is more than an artefact&mdash;it is a voice of heritage.
✓ Did we know, Ma Afrika, that on the morning of 21 March 1960, Professor Mangaliso Robert Sobukwe, founding President of the PAC of Azania, left his home in Mofolo, Soweto, and began walking to the Orlando police station? Along the way, small groups joined him&mdash; ordinary men and women stepping into extraordinary history. That walk became part of the chain of events leading to Sharpeville, reminding us that courage often begins with a single step.

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