BY PRINCESS MAHLALELA
MBABANE– Eswatini Positive News online publication has stretched its positive wings by introducing a new podcast show.
The new podcast show is set to feature government officials, entrepreneurs, artists, traditionalists and stakeholders to tell positive stories and experiences. Furthermore, the podcast will also be used as an educational platform for programmes and services that are aimed at assisting Eswatini youth.
The podcast, which is already making waves on social media, was launched today but will have its first episode on Friday 23 June 2023.
According to a notice from EPN management, this podcast comes with exciting categories especially for the youth, as a lot will be shared including tertiary issues, the importance of culture, youth issues, aspiring artists and a lot more.
It is stated that the main aim of this podcast is to highlight the good things that are happening in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
Mbongeni Ndlela, EPN Director, said people might listen to a podcast to learn more about a topic, keep up with current events, or because they want to laugh.
“Ours is to combine educational and inspirational staff with laughter. In the process, the podcast will also be a powerful marketing tool. Podcasting can be an opportunity to promote your business, broaden your reach, or market to your existing audience,” he said.
Today, Motivational Speaker and Marketing Strategist Nathi Gule was the host along with Ndlela. However, in the first episode, EPN Interns were featured.
“We want to showcase the diversity and creativity that exists in Eswatini, Our guests will come from all walks of life and will have different perspectives and experiences to share,” said Ndlela.
The podcast is available on all social media platforms, including YouTube, TikTok and Facebook.
EPN, which has a monthly reach of 150 000 people, is an online publication where only positive stories are published. Its website is www.eswatinipositivenews.com
The publication is currently celebrating its 2nd birthday, having been registered in June 2021. It became the first publication to publish only positive news, making a mark in disseminating all positive programmes either done by the government, individuals and stakeholders.
