Multi-award-winning media powerhouse Relebogile Mabotja has been appointed as the Executive Producer for the 18th edition of the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs). This marks a monumental achievement in Mabotja’s career, one that has been years in the making.
Relebogile Mabotja, who has spent two decades pushing boundaries in the media and entertainment space, has long sought the opportunity to produce the SAFTAs. “I have been pitching to work on the SAFTAs since 2013 before I became an Executive Producer and before joining Black Swan Media.
It has been years of trying and not getting the gig. Eleven years later, we finally got it!” she shares with excitement.
This milestone comes on the back of Relebogile Mabotja’s impressive track record, including her role as Executive Producer for Miss South Africa 2022 and Miss South Africa 2024, productions that have both been highly acclaimed.
Her work on the Miss South Africa 2022 Live Finale earned her a coveted South African Film and Television Award (SAFTA) for Best Entertainment Programme.
That win cemented her status as one of the leading creative forces in South African entertainment, a full-circle moment that marked her rise to the top of the production world.
Reflecting on her SAFTA win, Relebogile said, “My heart is so full. So much goes on behind the scenes to put together a live show of this calibre. It truly takes a village, and I’m grateful for this honour.” Now, she brings that same dedication, passion, and award-winning expertise to the SAFTAs18.
Beyond her production prowess, Relebogile Mabotja has been a trailblazer across multiple disciplines, from radio to television to music. Her company, Black Swan Media, is set to bring its innovative approach to the SAFTAs stage, creating an unforgettable celebration of South Africa’s film and television talent.
As South Africa celebrates 30 years of democracy and the SAFTAs mark their 18th edition, Relebogile Mabotja’s appointment as Executive Producer is a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence and her deep-rooted commitment to storytelling. This is not just a career milestone; it is the realisation of a long-held dream.
Make sure to connect with Relebogile Mabotja online for more on her work as an executive producer of the SAFTAs and catch her on radio, 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja, every week day from 1pm to 3pm.
