5FM’s Boipelo Mooketsi Shines Amidst Basadi Music Awards Nomination

South African Broadcaster, MC, Voice Over Artist, Digital Host and Producer, Boipelo Mooketsi, is in full celebration mode as her ‘Entertainment Radio Presenter of The Year’ nomination by the Basadi In Music Awards has been announced. The much-deserved nomination places the spotlight on Boipelo’s blossoming career, and on what’s more to come for her.

Boipelo Mooketsi’s broadcasting journey

The ‘5 After Hours’ Kimberly-born radio sweetheart hosts her show on 5FM every Monday to Thursday from 10PM until 1AM. With a career rooted in youth culture, Boipelo also brings this to life on 5FM’s ‘Vibe Check’ where she serves as a Digital Host and Producer.

Her amazing broadcasting journey began in 2017 at VOW FM, where her work ethic earned her a weekday daytime show, Area Code, followed by hosting The VOW Top 40 Chart Show. She later gained freelance experience at YFM before securing her commercial radio breakthrough in 2021.

Boipelo Accolades

Beyond radio, Boipelo is a sought-after Master of Ceremonies, having hosted major events such as Strawberry Lips “I Love Mwah” Experience (2025), Diamonds and Dorings Music Festival (2024 & 2025), Auto Engage Youth Empowerment Programme by merSETA (2025), the Connie Chiume Film Festival (2025) where she also served as Junior Producer and the Phakama Women’s Academy Graduation (2024).

As a Voice Artist, her credits include work for ABSA Jasiri Awards, Nedbank, Aquafresh, SABC, BT Ngebz City and Trace Africa.

Boipelo’s digital and live event coverage at 5FM includes major cultural platforms. These include Ultra South Africa, Zee Nation Fest, The Hip Hop Floor and Never Rush A Sunday.

Behind the scenes

Behind the scenes, she has worked as a Junior Producer on the ABSA Champagne Festival (2025) and ABSA Jasiri Awards. Also, the Connie Chiume Film Festival.

Boipelo  is an AFDA and Phakama Women’s Academy graduate. She is also Radio Personality of the Year winner at the Northern Cape Awards. (2021) A three-time South African Radio Awards nominee and former host of the Northern Cape Awards (2020).

Boipelo’s work has also reached behind the scenes of SABC productions including Muvhango and Giyani: Land of Blood.

Boipelo Comments

“I am truly honoured and grateful to receive this nomination. Over the past nine years, I have poured a lot of hard work and dedication into growing as a broadcaster and showing up for my audience with passion, intention and authenticity.

Although recognition has never been the driving force, moments like this serve as a powerful reminder that the work is meaningful. My voice is heard and the impact is real. I am deeply thankful to God, my family, my teams, the SABC and every listener who has walked this journey with me. This nomination is a privilege I do not take lightly.” ~ Boipelo Mooketsi

Boipelo is fast cementing herself as one of South Africa’s media personalities to watch and continue to grow with as her industry story further unveils.

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Voting closes on 18 July 2026