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The radio station, which is owned by Zimpapers, was launched on June 25, 2012 amid pomp, zest and fanfare and since then it has remained a “game changer” bringing up-to-date news, sport and entertainment from a diverse line-up of presenters and fresh newscasters.
From seasoned presenters in the mould of Admire Taderera, Comfort Mbofana and Steve Vickers to Itai Takaendesa, Ratidzo Matizanadzo, Alice Mutema, Otis Fraser, Innocent Tshuma to the newbies among them Owen Madondo, Pathisani Sibanda, Nicola Ndoro, Napoleon Nyanhi, Nomalanga Nyathi, Richard Kohola and Kudzai Gwara, the station has grown in popularity as the leading station across Zimbabwe.
What started off as a commercial station for Harare and its satellite towns has grown into a national radio covering all corners of Zimbabwe from Mutorashanga, Guruve, Beitbridge, Masvingo, Gweru, Mutare to Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. Now the station has got the nation covered with its airwaves which sound good all the time at any time.
The station has been at the forefront of mapping the way forward for other stations through its flexible programming where experts as well as movers shakers in the geopolitical and social spheres come to share their views without fear or favour. But ultimately the station has changed the game in terms of radio.
The station keeps the nation informed on current affairs, sport and show business which make the world go round. There has been a number of programmes that have captured the attention of listeners.
You talk of the Hub where issues to do with politics and corporate affairs are discussed then the Breakfast Club where they take you through a roller-coaster ride with titbits of what’s happening around you with a mix of music to help you start your day on a happy note.
The Breakfast Club, proudly hosted by Comfort or Mbofs, the acting programming manager and Bongai Zamchiya is a thriller. Then you have the morning show called The Breeze featuring the female voices of Iyati, Grace the Soul Sister and Tariro who tackle issues with women in mind. The Breeze is one of those programmes where they do a lot of talking and spicing it up with soulful music.
The Crossover, which is primarily aimed at the youths of Zimbabwe, happens between midday and 3pm. Later, the station gets better with the Afternoon Drive Show anchored by seasoned turntablist and presenter Otis Fraser who stops at nothing to put listeners into the groove.
Over and above this the sports team comprising Steve Vickers, Spencer Banda, Ephraim Tagu and Howard Musonza is a joy to listen to as they engage listeners with latest sport updates on the “Coca-Cola Go Crazy for Good” slot.
Fridays are some of the best days on Star FM, what with the All Star Party where club DJs are invited to showcase their skills on the decks. This was a first from Star FM since for long club DJs have been sidelined from the airwaves even though they were making things happen on the club circuit.
Hosted by Shingi Mokina a.k.a Moxinator (“Your Girlfriend’s favourite DJ”) is a must for many music lovers.
Of course, Star FM has gone through its high and lows, but no doubt it has been getting better since its launch as evidenced by the radio shows where it drew huge crowds. According to Mbofana during yesterday’s Breakfast Club Show, there is going to be lots in store to mark the first anniversary. Quite honestly, it’s a happy birthday to Star FM.
Online Reporter