South African radio station RSG has announced that AJ Maree will be taking over as the new host of its beloved Sunday program, 'Loof die Here'. Maree, a music enthusiast, mathematics teacher, and choir conductor, will be at the helm of the program from November 1st. The program, which has been on the air for over five decades, has been a staple of many South Africans' Sunday mornings, providing inspiration and enrichment to listeners of all ages.
Maree's appointment follows Magdaleen Krüger's decision to step down after seven years of hosting the program. Krüger's departure marks the end of an era, and to celebrate the program's rich history, RSG will be airing a selection of 'Loof die Here' highlights from previous hosts Fanie Smit and Wouter de Wet throughout October. Maree is excited to take on the role, stating that it is a privilege and a great responsibility to be a part of the program's legacy.
Maree's background is in actuarial mathematics, but he discovered his true calling in teaching. He has been teaching at the Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool in Pretoria since 2010 and has been directing the school's choir, the Rooidasse, since 2016. Maree plans to bring his love of choral music, classical music, and spiritual music to the program, sharing old favorites and exploring new melodies.
The new host's vision for 'Loof die Here' is to create a space where listeners can find inspiration, hope, and comfort. He hopes that the program will remind people of God's presence in their daily lives, not through grand words or long messages, but through music, silence, and reflection. Maree believes that music has the power to speak when words fall short and that 'Loof die Here' can be a source of solace and strength for listeners.
RSG's business manager, Louise Jooste, expressed her gratitude to Magdaleen Krüger for her contributions to the program over the past seven years and welcomed AJ Maree to the RSG family. Jooste believes that Maree's love of music, his warmth as a person, and his deep appreciation for the program's legacy make him the ideal person to take the program forward.
'Loof die Here' has been a cornerstone of South African radio for over 50 years, and its new chapter with AJ Maree at the helm is set to begin on November 1st. The program will continue to provide listeners with a unique blend of music, inspiration, and reflection, and Maree is excited to be a part of it. He hopes that the program will not only accompany listeners for an hour on Sunday mornings but also help them enter the new week with faith, hope, and a greater awareness of God's goodness.
The significance of 'Loof die Here' extends beyond its musical content, as it brings people together across cultures, languages, and nations. Maree believes that music has the power to unite people, and he is excited to be a part of this legacy. With Maree at the helm, 'Loof die Here' is set to continue its tradition of inspiring and uplifting listeners for years to come.
Key points
- AJ Maree to take over as host of 'Loof die Here' from November 1st
- Magdaleen Krüger steps down after seven years of hosting the program
- RSG to air highlights from previous hosts throughout October to celebrate the program's legacy
