As Mzansi celebrates National Women’s Day, Relebogile Mabotja makes her first official debut on Discovery’s Real-Time (DSTV 155), and on Wednesday she was also announced as the face of the brand’s general female life entertainment channel!
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Mabotja says it was such an honor to have been selected to represent the brand in South Africa.
I love what they stand for and it’s in line with who I am – being authentic and relatable, key brand pillars for me. I also happen to be a huge reality TV fan so I’ll definitely be locked to this channel, says Mabotja.
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Mabotja continues to stamp her authority as one of the best talents in the entertainment industry with her radio, acting, emcee, and presenting appearances, as well as, the producing and musical directing work she does with her company Lebotja Media and more.
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With 16 years’ experience in the media and entertainment industry, she currently sits as the Vice-Chairperson of SAMRO (the youngest appointed board member in its history) and is a sought-after industry expert where she plays a key role in paying it forward in various capacities by mentoring young talent and supporting causes close to her heart through her organization, Relebogile Mabotja Foundation.
Mabotja’s duties as an ambassador will be to represent Real-Time at various local events; the first one being the upcoming Jozi Film Festival (sponsored by Real-Time), and she will be present to announce the winner of the Real-Stories, told by Real People Award.
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In conclusion, she says that she had so much fun shooting the campaign and would like to thank Discovery and the Real-Time team for trusting her with their brand and for making her feel at home in this new partnership.
Henry Windridge, head of the brand for Discovery, Middle East, and Africa, says that their vision for Real-Time is that it will be a channel that resonates across South Africa.
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“We believe Relebogile makes a perfect fit for the channel and in the homes of our fans. As the channel grows from strength to strength, audiences across the continent can now access and enjoy the best of our globally-loved content, wherever they may be, now with a local favorite,” says Windridge. “Her energy and professionalism are infectious. We are very proud to be working with her.”
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Catch Mabotja from tonight on Real Time (DSTV 155).
MGOSI Digital