African talents need to be nurtured by all means for better future. Young and vibrant presenter, Vital Munga is a 17 year old Grade 10 learner from Meetsetshehla Secondary School in Vaalwater, Limpopo Province in South Africa.
Talking us through his career, Gary, as populalry known, said : “I started my radio presenting career at the age of 15, hosting a youth-focused show on a local radio station (Waterberg Wave fm). Over the years, I've worked on various shows, including Sports show and entertainment programs. I've also had the opportunity to interview notable figures, including politicians and artists”
Inspired by legendary presenters such as Skhumbuzo Mbatha and Dr Moloko Mashamaite from SABC radio called Thobela fm, the talented presenter see himself as one of heavyweights in the media industry after completing school. His dream is to host a current affairs programme that focuses more on youth empowerment.
“ There are lot of challenges I face as a young presenter. The need to balance between school work and radio commitments. Dealing with criticism and negative feedback from listeners also can be stressful. However, I've learned to take constructive criticism and use it to improve my craft” he added.
Fellow learners give much support to Vital by tuning to his show and encourage him to push more harder. “The support from my community is amazing. My advice to anyone who want to become a presenter is to be passionate, persistent and be patient. Develop your skills, build your confidence, and never be afraid to take risks. Surround yourself with supportive people who believe in you, and always stay true to your values and vision”, he concluded.
The future is bright for Africans who keep focus and fight for what they want.
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