Meet Our Team | Gugu Radio

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Leadership & Visionaries

Simon Basha

Founder & Owner

The man with the message. Simon’s passion for preserving South Sudanese identity and uplifting diaspora voices sparked the creation of Gugu Radio. His roots, vision, and unshakable belief in cultural storytelling are what built this station from the ground up.

Yohannes Basha

CEO

 Yohannes is the guiding force that ensures the station’s growth and heart stay in harmony. With a deep understanding of leadership and community media, he’s the steady hand behind the movement’s momentum.

Production &
Broadcast Team

Samuel Plantino

Radio DJ

The bridge between the boardroom and the soundboard. Samuel ensures every segment, show, and schedule runs like a well-tuned drum. He brings structure, heart, and hands-on coordination to every broadcast.

Solomon Kamis

Station Manager

The pulse of the people and the rhythm of the airwaves. With a voice that feels like home and a vibe that never misses, Solomon brings the culture, energy, and soul of the community straight to the mic. Whether spinning classics or breaking new sound, they keep the station lively, local, and always in tune with the times.

Field Voices &
Global Connectors

Silvana Yokwe

International Correspondent

From Juba to Melbourne and beyond, Silvana brings the global community closer. Through news, interviews, and cultural reporting, she ensures Gugu Radio reflects the wide, rich world our people live in.

Solomon Basha

IT Manager

Solomon makes sure Gugu Radio knows its people—and that its people feel seen. From community engagement to digital IT systems, he ensures our outreach is personal, secure, and deeply inclusive.

Production &
Broadcast Team

Naima Danielle

Gugu Radio Presenter

Amani Kamal

Gugu Radio Presenter

What Makes
Our Team Different?

We don’t just work together—we belong together.

Our team is made up of migrants, creatives, spiritual leaders, and change-makers. We bring language, memory, and movement into everything we do. We’re united by a shared mission: to use radio as a tool for healing, connection, and cultural legacy.
  • We speak from lived experience
  • We honour the elders and uplift the youth
  • We build programs that reflect the real stories behind the headlines

Want to Work With Us?

Whether you're a radio producer, youth leader, artist, or community advocate—we’d love to connect. Gugu Radio is always looking for passionate collaborators who share our heartbeat.
📧 Email us at info@gugu-radio.com

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