A Legacy of Hope and Generosity
For two decades, Jacaranda FM has been a beacon of hope in South Africa through its community upliftment initiative, Good Morning Angels. This program has become a symbol of compassion, healing, and generosity, touching the lives of countless individuals across the country. Since its inception in 2005, Good Morning Angels has consistently delivered moments of inspiration, offering support to those in need and creating a platform for stories of resilience.
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The initiative is broadcast every Wednesday morning on Jacaranda FM’s ‘Breakfast With Martin Bester’ show, where listeners are invited to share their struggles and hopes. Over the years, the program has grown into a powerful movement, driven by the kindness of Jacaranda FM’s audience and the unwavering support of corporate partners. These supporters have played a crucial role in fundraising efforts, including the annual Good Morning Angels Golf Day, which raised an impressive R4,85 million in 2024 alone. Their contributions have helped provide life-changing support in various areas, from medical interventions to educational bursaries and assistance for families in crisis.
Over the past 20 years, more than R120 million has been raised and distributed to address critical needs. The funds have been used to support individuals and communities facing challenges, ensuring that no one is left behind. As part of its 20th-anniversary celebrations, Good Morning Angels is launching a special series called ‘Good Morning Angels, The Legacy’. This series will feature 20 former recipients who were helped over the years, sharing their inspiring stories of overcoming adversity. These narratives will be shared every Monday morning for the next 20 weeks, highlighting the long-term impact of collective kindness.
While the legacy series takes center stage, the traditional Good Morning Angels segment on Wednesday mornings remains a cherished part of the program. It continues to address immediate community needs, ensuring that help is available when it is most needed.
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Lordwick Kgatle: A Story of Transformation
This week, as part of the 20-year celebration, Good Morning Angels reconnected with Lordwick Kgatle, whose life was profoundly changed by the initiative in December 2018. At that time, Lordwick was collecting and recycling trash in the streets of Rooiwal near Hammanskraal to fund his first year of Business Management studies. His dreams were nearly derailed when he received a message from his educational institution: an outstanding debt of R8,000 threatened to prevent him from writing his final exams.
After hearing Good Morning Angels on Jacaranda FM, Lordwick decided to share his story with the station, appealing for help. The response from the Jacaranda FM community was overwhelming. Martin Bester revealed on air that Roman’s Pizza stepped forward, paying Lordwick’s outstanding fees, as well as his 2019 tuition fees in full, with some cash to spare for other essentials – a total donation of R35,000. A listener, Willie Marais, inspired by Lordwick’s story, also deposited R8,000.00 directly into Lordwick’s bank account. However, the support didn’t stop there: listener Willie Marais came forward with a promise to fund Lordwick’s third year if he stays on track with his studies.
After successfully completing his third year, Lordwick once again contacted Good Morning Angels: he needed to do an internship before he could graduate. Atterbury Properties stepped up, allowing Lordwick to complete his internship and graduate. Through hard work and determination, Lordwick has since climbed the career ladder and is now the Centre Manager at Jubilee Crossing, a bustling shopping centre in Hammanskraal, a true testament to the lasting impact of a helping hand.
A Testament to Collective Kindness
“Good Morning Angels is more than a feature; it’s the beating heart of Jacaranda FM and a true reflection of the power of radio to unite for good,” says Vuyani Dombo, Managing Director at Jacaranda FM. “Reaching 20 years is a testament to the unwavering generosity of our listeners and corporate partners. Their consistent support has allowed us to deliver life-changing interventions, from critical medical assistance and educational opportunities to rebuilding homes and supporting vulnerable communities. We are immensely proud of every life touched and every story of hope we’ve been privileged to share.”
“Every Wednesday, and now every Monday morning with our 20-year legacy celebration, Good Morning Angels reminds us of the profound impact that collective kindness can have,” adds Martin Bester, host of Jacaranda FM’s ‘Breakfast With Martin Bester’. “To see the ripple effect of our listeners’ generosity, and to witness the incredible resilience of the people we’ve been able to help, is truly humbling. It’s a privilege to be part of an initiative that consistently proves that when we come together, we can genuinely change lives for good.”
As Good Morning Angels celebrates this incredible milestone, it reaffirms its founding mission: to change lives for good with dignity, hope, and opportunity. The expanded Monday morning legacy feature and accompanying podcast ensure that stories of resilience and triumph continue to inspire. The ongoing Wednesday morning segment reaffirms the collective strength of Jacaranda FM’s reach, while calling on the Jacaranda FM community to continue giving back.
