With a legacy two decades deep and still climbing, Relebogile Mabotja continues to prove why she is one of South Africa’s most versatile and respected voices in entertainment.
Today, she adds yet another remarkable acknowledgment to her career story: three nominations from the 2025 Basadi In Music Awards (BIMA) across radio, TV and podcasting.
Relebogile Mabotja has been nominated in the following prestigious categories:
Entertainment Radio Presenter of the Year
Entertainment TV Producer of the Year
Podcast Presenter of the Year
These nominations land hot on the heels of her much-anticipated return to television with Untied, a brave and healing new talk show premiering on Showmax on 24 June. In Untied, Relebogile Mabotja creates a space where powerful South African women speak openly about their experiences of divorce and personal transformation.
Whether it’s the intimacy of radio, the reach of television, or the honesty of podcasting, Relebogile brings the same sharp intellect and emotional fluency to every platform she touches. Her voice resonates not only because of its clarity but because of its purpose. From 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja to her signature talk series RM Podcast, and through countless events, interviews, and campaigns, she continues to amplify stories that matter.
Speaking on her triple nomination, Relebogile Mabotja shares: “It’s such a blessing to be recognised across the different mediums I pour my heart into. Each space allows me to connect with people in a unique way, and I’m so grateful to every listener, viewer, subscriber, follower and voter who has supported my journey and continually shares love for my work.”
The Basadi In Music Awards, now in its fourth year, honour women shaping the entertainment landscape through creativity, resilience, and influence. The awards are an annual celebration of feminine excellence in media and music.
Fans and supporters are encouraged to cast their votes to support Relebogile Mabotja’s nominations. As her accolades continue to grow, one thing remains unchanged: Relebogile Mabotja is a storyteller at heart, and South Africa continues to listen, watch, and be moved.