Diamond FM debuts at ZITF

Zimpapers' new local commercial radio station, Diamond FM, will be exhibiting at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) for the first time. The ZITF that kicks off today will see the radio station which has been broadcasting for five months in Mutare, sharing space with popular newspapers, Chronicle, The Herald, Sunday News, The Sunday Mail, Umthunywa, Kwayedza, B-Metro, H-Metro, Manica Post and its sister radio station, Star FM.

Zimpapers spokesperson, Beatrice Tonhodzayi said the station, which is expected to launch soon, will showcase its products and unveil its personalities. "Diamond FM will be part of the ZITF exhibition under the Zimpapers brand. The station based in Mutare will soon be launching and ZITF is a great opportunity for people to know about it.

"We want people to get to know the radio station while also showing business opportunities on offer in Mutare," Tonhodzayi said.

Meanwhile, Star FM which was a hit at last year's ZITF is back and broadcasting live from the Zimpapers stand. Kicking off the day today is the Breakfast Club with Nikki from 6AM to 9AM. From there, Mox takes over with the TXO from midday to 3PM.

"The Star FM stand will once again be a hive of activity as we'll be giving away prizes. People will also be given an opportunity to go live on air where they can greet their friends and family.

"Businesses should also take advantage of the station's live broadcasts and tell people about their products live on radio," said Tonhodzayi.