Mpho Maboi: Event Emcee

Mpho Maboi
  • Renowned host on Metro FM, Kaya FM, and SuperSport.
  • Lead presenter for high-profile sports events, including Premier Soccer League broadcasts.
  • Featured speaker and panelist at media and gender equality conferences.
  • Recognized advocate for women in broadcasting and media equity.
  • Celebrated for her red-carpet hosting at award shows and entertainment events.

Travel & Fees

  • Travels from: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Event Hosting

Mpho Maboi is a distinguished South African event host known for her commanding presence, eloquent delivery, and seamless ability to connect with diverse audiences. With over 15 years of experience in the media industry as a television and radio personality, Mpho brings a unique blend of charisma, professionalism, and emotional intelligence to every event she anchors.

As an event host, Mpho excels in setting the tone, maintaining flow, and enhancing audience engagement across a wide spectrum of formats—from high-profile corporate conferences and awards ceremonies to entertainment galas, sports summits, and social advocacy events. Her deep understanding of live audience dynamics, coupled with her background in broadcast media, equips her to navigate both scripted and spontaneous moments with grace and confidence.

Mpho Maboi is a commanding presence on any stage, celebrated across South Africa as a premier event emcee who brings unmatched poise, energy, and finesse to every occasion. With a career that spans both television and radio, she seamlessly blends professionalism with authenticity, ensuring every event is memorable, smooth, and impactful. Her magnetic charisma and […]

Mpho Maboi is a commanding presence on any stage, celebrated across South Africa as a premier event emcee who brings unmatched poise, energy, and finesse to every occasion. With a career that spans both television and radio, she seamlessly blends professionalism with authenticity, ensuring every event is memorable, smooth, and impactful. Her magnetic charisma and razor-sharp instincts make her the ultimate anchor for live audiences, televised productions, and high-profile corporate events.

Whether she’s guiding a black-tie gala, navigating the transitions of a major awards show, or keeping the pace of a spirited panel discussion, Mpho shines as a confident, captivating host. She understands the rhythm of live events and expertly adapts to diverse formats, ensuring that the audience is both engaged and inspired throughout. Her work as an emcee isn’t just functional—it’s transformational, elevating the tone, prestige, and polish of any gathering.

Mpho Maboi

Mpho Maboi brings over 15 years of frontline media experience to her role as an event emcee, drawing from her high-profile career as a respected TV and radio presenter. Known for her eloquence, quick wit, and command of the moment, Mpho has mastered the art of event moderation and hosting with grace and precision. From entertainment extravaganzas to corporate conferences, she effortlessly maintains momentum, connects with guests, and amplifies the event’s key messages.

Her time on platforms like Metro FM, Kaya FM, and SuperSport has honed her communication skills to a razor’s edge. Live broadcast demands taught her the importance of timing, adaptability, and keeping calm under pressure—all crucial traits for a successful master of ceremonies. She applies these skills expertly at events, ensuring that everything from transitions to speaker introductions runs without a hitch.

Beyond technical ability, Mpho Maboi’s emceeing is defined by emotional intelligence and cultural fluency. She brings a warm, inclusive tone to the stage, making guests and attendees feel welcome and understood. Her fluency in South African languages and cultural cues allows her to connect meaningfully with a wide variety of audiences, whether corporate, creative, or community-based.

In addition to her role on stage, Mpho Maboi is known for her pre-event professionalism. She arrives thoroughly prepared, researches each event’s themes and key figures, and works closely with organizers to deliver a seamless experience. Her dedication to excellence ensures that event producers and planners feel fully supported from briefing to final applause.

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