eRadio SA Unveils a Bold New Look, Enhanced Sound and Brand-New Website

eRadio SA has officially entered a new era with the launch of its refreshed brand identity, upgraded website and a significantly enhanced listening experience.

The station's transformation includes a modern new logo, refreshed imaging, an updated sound and a completely redesigned website. The station's primary brand colour is now vivid red with versions in white and also blue. The flexible and simplistic new logo is also not too far removed from its predecessor, just brighter. Behind the scenes, eRadio SA has also invested in upgraded servers and a new playout system to deliver greater reliability and a smoother, higher-quality broadcast for listeners.

The refresh extends beyond the station's appearance. eRadio SA has expanded its music library to offer greater variety while maintaining the familiar format listeners have come to enjoy.

Newsreader Precious Sisulu joins the station, delivering concise, no-nonsense bulletins that focus on the stories that matter. Listeners can expect local, national and international news, along with technology, weather and sport, without unnecessary clutter. More presenters are also undergoing training and will switch on the microphone once they're up to standard.

The station has also introduced two internationally recognised voice-over artists to give eRadio SA's new station IDs a fresh, world-class sound.

Despite embracing the latest advances in artificial intelligence and broadcast technology, eRadio SA says it remains committed to keeping people at the heart of everything it does.

Founder and Managing Director Eon Engelbrecht said the rebrand reflects the station's ongoing commitment to innovation while staying true to what listeners value most.

"This is far more than just a new logo or a new website. We've invested heavily in the technology that powers eRadio, from upgraded servers to a new playout system, allowing us to deliver a more reliable, better-sounding station with even more music variety. At the same time, we're embracing the latest AI tools where they genuinely improve the listener experience, while ensuring the human element remains at the heart of our programming."

Engelbrecht added that eRadio SA has also tackled one of the biggest frustrations many listeners have with traditional radio.

"Advertising remains our primary source of income, but we've always believed there's a smarter way to do it. By placing our commercial breaks at the top of the hour, we reduce interruptions throughout our programming and create a more enjoyable listening experience. It's a unique approach that benefits both our listeners and our advertisers."

The station's refreshed sound, new website and enhanced programming form part of eRadio SA's vision to deliver a cleaner, more engaging and more modern digital radio experience for audiences across South Africa and around the world.

Listeners can listen on the eRadio SA website or on their favourite app by using the new tune-in guide: https://eradiosa.com/tune-in-guide/

Stay tuned!

About eRadio SA:
eRadio SA is a South African digital radio station offering a diverse music mix, concise news coverage and engaging programming. Broadcasting online 24 hours a day, the station combines innovative technology with a people-first approach to deliver a modern radio experience for today's connected audience.

Implementation of AARTO continues

The Road Traffic Infringement Authority (RTIA) says the implementation of  Phase 2 of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act (AARTO) is continuing as scheduled.

This as RTIA welcomed the order of the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria on Tuesday. The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) had brought an urgent application to interdict the implementation of Phase 2 of AARTO, which is scheduled to commence on 1 July 2026.

“On 23 June 2026, SALGA instituted an urgent application against the Minister of Transport, RTIA, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), and the Minister of Finance. SALGA raised concerns on the regulatory framework for the implementation of Phase 2 of AARTO, infrastructure and equipment readiness of issuing authorities, and the financial model for municipalities,” the authority said in a statement.

The purpose of the Act is to promote quality, safety and discipline in road traffic by providing for a scheme to discourage road traffic contraventions; to facilitate the adjudication of road traffic infringements; to support the prosecution of offences in terms of national and provincial laws relating to road traffic, and to implement a points demerit system, among others.

Additionally, SALGA had formally declared an intergovernmental dispute on 19 June 2026, in terms of section 41 of the Constitution and the Intergovernmental Relations Framework Act, seeking to halt the implementation of Phase 2 of AARTO, pending the resolution of the dispute.

SALGA’s application was opposed by the Department of Transport, RTIA, and the South African Post Office (SAPO) on the following grounds:
•    Lack of urgency: SALGA had been aware of the 1 July 2026 implementation date since November 2025 but delayed bringing the application, creating its own urgency.
•    Lack of authority to represent municipalities: SALGA failed to provide evidence that municipalities authorised it to bring the application on their behalf. The Minister served a formal notice in terms of Rule 7 of the Uniform Rules of the High Court, requiring SALGA to produce council resolutions from the affected municipalities. 
•    Presidential proclamation not yet in place at the time of the filing of the application: The implementation of AARTO requires a Presidential Proclamation.
•    Readiness for implementation: RTIA demonstrated that it is fully prepared for Phase 2 rollout. Under Phase 2, there are 62 issuing authorities with 283 combined sites, of which 75% are properly equipped and have received relevant training. This includes the provision of equipment, training of law enforcement officers and back-office personnel and ensuring network connectivity.

Upon hearing the matter, the Court struck the application from the roll, finding that:
•    SALGA failed to establish urgency, as required by the rules of the High Court.
•    SALGA failed to demonstrate that it was authorised to act on behalf of municipalities.
•    Courts should not lightly interfere with government decisions on policy matters and the implementation of legislation.

“The order clears the way for the implementation of AARTO Phase 2, as scheduled on 1 July 2026, the system is now being rolled out across a total of 62 local and metropolitan municipalities, building upon the initial implementation already underway in Johannesburg and Tshwane.

“RTIA remains committed to the successful rollout of AARTO and will continue working with all issuing authorities to ensure effective implementation. Motorists and the public are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the AARTO system through the official channels and resources provided by RTIA,” it said.

Meanwhile, SALGA on Tuesday expressed disappointment at the ruling of the court.

“The ‘for lack of urgency’, reasoning by the court, only means that the merits of the case will have to be argued at a later stage and not on an urgent basis,” it said.

It further added that at the heart of the contention are concerns around the funding model underpinning the Act and its regulations. 

President Ramaphosa makes changes to National Executive

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced changes to the National Executive following consultation with the leadership of the Democratic Alliance as a member of the Government of National Unity (GNU).

“These changes will affect the Ministries of Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Trade, Industry and Competition, Electricity and Energy, Higher Education, and Water and Sanitation,” the Presidency said in a short statement on Tuesday night.

In line with section 91(3)(b) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, the President has appointed:
•    Willem Aucamp as the Minister of Agriculture
•    David Maynier as Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Section 91(3)(b) of the Constitution states that the President may select any number of Ministers from among the members of the Assembly.

In line with section 93(1)(a) of the Constitution, President Ramaphosa has appointed:
•    John Steenhuisen as Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition
•    Alexandra Abrahams as Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy
•    Jack Bloom as Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation
•    Yusuf Cassim as Deputy Minister of Higher Education

Section 93(1)(a) of the Constitution states that the President may appoint any number of Deputy Ministers from among the members of the National Assembly.

Additionally, President Ramaphosa has appointed Dina Pule as the Minister of Social Development after the position became vacant in May due to the removal of the then minister Sisisi Tolashe from her position.

“President Ramaphosa wishes all the incoming Ministers and Deputy Ministers well in their roles,” the statement concluded. 

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