Media & Career Highlights
Four decades of shaping South African broadcasting, from the transition to democracy to the digital age. A career defined by historic interviews, national leadership, and unwavering commitment to public discourse.
The Mandela/de Klerk Debate
A defining moment in South African broadcasting history
“As a panelist on the historic Mandela/de Klerk debate, broadcast to 800 million viewers worldwide in partnership with CNN, BBC, and Australian Broadcasting, I witnessed firsthand the power of media to unite a nation. This was South Africa’s moment, shared with the entire world.”
– Tim Modise
In the lead-up to the 1994 elections, Modise hosted numerous debates between the parties on both radio and TV. The highlight was serving as panelist on the Mandela/de Klerk debate, reaching 800 million viewers globally and cementing his place in South African broadcasting history.
selected awards & recognition
Tim Modise has received numerous accolades over four decades – from national broadcaster of the year to international human rights honours.
SABC Broadcaster of the Year
1991
GQ Magazine TV Personality of the Year
1990s
TUT Communicator of the Year
2000s
Rotary Paul Harris Award for Community Service
National
Reconciliation Award (Archbishop Desmond Tutu)
Institute of Reconciliation
Jaime Brunet International Human Rights Award
Spain
Radio Hall of Fame
2011 • South Africa
Tim Modise Primary School
renamed
Agisanang & Kagisanong
leadership & boards
Tim Modise has held key leadership positions in business, sport, and public institutions
Chairperson
Proudly South African Campaign (inaugural)
Appointed by President Thabo Mbeki
Contributor
Tourism BEE Transformation Charter
2000s
Chief Communications Officer
2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee
18 months
Chairman & CEO
Sizwe IT Group
Technology
Council Member
Sefako Makgatho University (formerly Medunsa)
Garankuwa
Board Member
George Mukhari Hospital
Garankuwa
Foundation Member
Dr Sam Motsuenyane Foundation
Ongoing
Patron
Tim Modise Primary School, Garankuwa
Renamed in his honour
Chairperson
Garankuwa Forum for Excellence
Community
Member
Open Society Foundation • Love Life Campaign
Former