Who Is Nothemba Madumo? Discover the life of SA's beloved news anchor and producer
Nothemba Madumo, a prominent South African news anchor, producer, and radio host, has carved a niche for herself with a rich history in journalism and an unwavering passion for jazz. With notable stints on AM2DAY and as the host of Jazz and Beyond on Radio 702, Madumo not only informs but also entertains, keeping the spirit of South African music alive for listeners nationwide.
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Key takeaways
- After high school, she joined Waterford Kamhlaba United World College in 1978.
- Nothemba is the Founder and MD of 4EverJazz.
- She has one known child, a son.
- Her excellence in broadcasting has earned her several top accolades, including the Avanti, Star Tonight, and Marang awards.
Nothemba Madumo's profiles
Full name | Nothemba Madumo |
Gender | Female |
Nationality | South African |
Ethnicity | Xhosa |
Hair colour | Black |
Eye colour | Black |
Sexual orientation | Heterosexual |
Marital status | Unknown |
Children | One known son |
Occupation | News anchor, producer, and television and radio host |
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Who is Nothemba Madumo?
Nothemba is the host of Jazz and Beyond on Radio 702 and CapeTalk 567; she brings South African and African jazz to audiences nationwide.
When is Nothemba Madumo's date of birth?
Details of when she was born are not yet disclosed. It is, therefore, difficult to estimate Nothemba Madumo's age.
Early life
Growing up, she listened to jazz. Her parents only played jazz at home, and if she performed any other genres, she would receive a rebuke. They gave her her first jazz album when she was thirteen years old.
Her mother was a maths and science teacher who loved teaching music, and there was a piano at home. When she was a child in Swaziland, she studied piano under jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim, who was the greatest at the time.
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Nothemba Madumo's nationality
She was born and raised in South Africa and is of South African nationality. Her name Nothemba is of Xhosa origin, and it means mother of hope.
Where did Nothemba Madumo study?
After high school, she joined Waterford Kamhlaba United World College in 1978. There, she graduated with a Bachelor of Education in English Language and Literature in 1980. Among Nothemba Madumo's qualifications, according to her LinkedIn, are skills in public relations, event management, video production, radio production, marketing communications, voice-over, editing and media relations.
What does Nothemba Madumo do?
Madumo is a South African news anchor, producer, and television and radio host who has worked on shows like AM2DAY, Morning Edition, and Kaelo - Stories of Hope.
Additionally, she hosted jazz music shows on SAFM and Metro FM radio stations, as well as the current affairs program Nepad Focus on SABC2. In 2024, she left Metro FM for 702 and CapeTalk567, where she hosts Jazz and Beyond.
She has performed a variety of tasks on radio and television, including hosting and producing shows like Lebone, a women's business show, Woza Weekend, a sports magazine TV show, and AM2DAY, a morning news and current affairs program. Madumo was also the project manager for the 2010 FIFA World Cup on SABC.
Nothemba is the Founder and MD of 4EverJazz. Over the years, she has developed her skills to include hosting and serving as master of ceremonies for various events.
The radio presenter is also the owner and MD of Notmad Media company, which offers production and presenting services for Radio and Television broadcasting and events, as well as MC/Programme director services for Corporate, Media and entertainment industry events.
Nothemba has served as a news anchor for BOP TV, and is currently at SABC, where she also oversees local programming and manages several current affairs programs. She worked as an anchor and producer for eNews Primetime.
Speaking to DRUM, she never thought that she would be on the radio. She also shared her love for jazz at the interview and is committed to getting more people, especially the youth, to listen to the genre.
Nothemba Madumo's awards
Madumo has been recognised for her radio and television work with the Avanti, Star Tonight, and Marang awards.
Madumo was inducted into the Telkom Radio Awards Hall of Fame in December 2025, alongside big names such as Bob Mabena, Mariétta Kruger, Rob Vega, Steve Bishop and Johan van Rooyen.
Speaking after the ceremony, the presenter had this to say,
Being inducted into the SA Radio Hall of Fame is an incredible honour. For me, it’s less about personal applause and more about the acknowledgement of the work I’ve poured into radio—championing jazz and other shows, communicating and informing listeners, and keeping this beautiful music alive on the airwaves.
Who are Nothemba Madumo's children?
The popular television host has kept most of her personal life out of the limelight. She has only one known child, a son whom she posted in March 2021, celebrating him as he turned 30 years old.
FAQs
- Is Nothemba Madumo married? There is no publicly available information indicating that Nothemba Madumo has a husband.
- What is Nothemba Madumo's net worth? Madumo has had a successful career presenting for television and radio stations. She, however, has yet to reveal her net worth.
- Is Nothemba Madumo on Instagram? Yes, she has around 18k followers on Instagram. Nothemba is also active on X (Twitter) with around 29k followers.
Nothemba Madumo has had a successful career as a radio and television host. She has amassed a massive fanbase that wants to see more of her. The media personality is relatively private about her personal family life, but often celebrates her son on his birthdays.
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