The Jacaranda FM presenters 2022 list has received a boost as Rozanne McKenzie and Rob Forbes link up to host a high-energy, double-header drive show between 16h00 and 19h00 every weekday.
This is according to a statement issued by the popular radio station on Wednesday (27 July). It revealed that the new show will start on 10 August 2022.
Jacaranda FM presenters 2022 update
“Jacaranda FM fans will be thrilled to hear a familiar favourite – Rozanne McKenzie, together with Rob Forbes as they co-host the new music-led drive show. Roz and Rob will bring this dynamic new show to life with their wealth of broadcast experience and mutual passion for radio,” the station said.
“The Drive with Rob and Roz boasts a music filled line-up of the best local and international artists, peppered with exciting conversations to keep listeners informed, entertained and plugged into the Jacaranda FM community.”
McKenzie is already a veteran of the station, having joined it 10 years ago. She is especially known for her deep-rooted passion for Afrikaans culture and bringing communities together.
“Jacaranda FM really is family, and I’m incredibly honoured by this new opportunity and platform to share more of myself with our fans. I’m looking forward to stepping into this new role as a co-host and taking our listeners home safely with positive energy and the best music line-up, ” she said.
Forbes, who was born and bred in Pretoria (yes his blood is blue), is also a radio veteran with a 15-year career. Listeners can look forward to insightful comments on a wide variety of topics.
“I’m looking forward to delivering a show that adds value to our listeners lives and that all starts with great music,” he said.
“I’m passionate about sharing information in a way that allows everyone to be part of the conversation, and I’m really thrilled to be doing this with Roz who has been part of the Jacaranda FM community for so long.”
‘The Drive With Rob and Roz’
According to the station, The Drive with Rob and Roz is all about driving you home to the best music between 16h00 and 19h00, Monday to Friday. Listeners can look forward to the two presenters’ unique take on topics ranging from South African culture and travel, to braais, books, and everything (interesting) in between.
“With community at the heart of the show, Roz and Rob will also keep listeners plugged into what’s happening in the local entertainment circuit as well as their favourite hotspots and trending events,” it added.
Jacaranda FM‘s Programming Manager Hennie Myburgh also said, “We have a well-loved and familiar line-up and see growth within our Jacaranda FM community as an opportunity to provide our listeners with more music you love and relatable talent.”