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A summary of recent media training engagements delivered by Siyakhula International (Pty) Ltd, trading as Media Training Mastermind, led by award-winning broadcast journalist Thando Kubheka-Madulini.
Media practitioners turned executive trainers.
Siyakhula International (Pty) Ltd T/A Media Training Mastermind is a professional media and communication training company co-owned by Thando Kubheka-Madulini and Buhle Madulini — seasoned media practitioners with a combined 20+ years’ experience in broadcast and corporate communication environments. We equip executives, communication teams and public spokespersons with the skills, confidence and composure to handle media interactions with authority and authenticity.
Thando Kubheka-Madulini
Award-winning journalist · 10+ years in broadcast media
Thando worked as a Senior Journalist for Eyewitness News — broadcasting on Radio 702, 947, Cape Talk and KFM — for the majority of her career, and is currently the Executive Producer for Talk Programming at Kaya FM.
With her impressive background as a broadcast journalist and experience in her current role, Thando brings unparalleled insight into the media landscape and a profound understanding of effective communication and storytelling.
A bench of active, working journalists.
We partner with top media professionals currently active in the industry so every session reflects current newsroom realities.
Gugulethu Mfuphi
Award-winning business anchor, Kaya Biz (Kaya FM)
Broadcast presentation, message framing and economic communication.
Slindelo Masikane
Senior reporter, eNCA
Live media reporting, field interviews and crisis response communications.
Industry network
Senior radio, print and television professionals
Hand-picked per engagement to match the client’s industry and communication context.
Recent engagements & feedback.
| Client / Organisation | Nature of training | Date | Outcome / Feedback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tishala Communications | Media training for company executives and spokesperson. | 24 July 2024 | “Informative and engaging, providing our team with practical tools to enhance our media interactions.” |
| Kgetho Ke Ya Hao (NPO) | Media training for company executives. | 11 March 2024 | “Dynamic and well-structured — simplified complex concepts into actionable lessons.” |
| African Energy Chamber | Media training for global company executives and spokespeople. | 4 & 11 April 2024 | “Thando’s ability to translate complex communication principles into real-world lessons made the session particularly effective.” |
| Digisphinx Group | Executive and corporate media training across the EMEA region. | 15 – 16 May 2025 | “Dynamic, meticulously structured, and deeply rooted in real-world experience.” |
| Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) | Media Relations Masterclass — Quarterly Communication Lekgotla. Co-facilitated Day 2 on Building Professional & Effective Media Relations. | 25 August 2023 | Enhanced communication officials’ capacity to manage media engagement and strategic storytelling. |
Media training for company executives and spokesperson.
“Informative and engaging, providing our team with practical tools to enhance our media interactions.”
Media training for company executives.
“Dynamic and well-structured — simplified complex concepts into actionable lessons.”
Media training for global company executives and spokespeople.
“Thando’s ability to translate complex communication principles into real-world lessons made the session particularly effective.”
Executive and corporate media training across the EMEA region.
“Dynamic, meticulously structured, and deeply rooted in real-world experience.”
Media Relations Masterclass — Quarterly Communication Lekgotla. Co-facilitated Day 2 on Building Professional & Effective Media Relations.
Enhanced communication officials’ capacity to manage media engagement and strategic storytelling.
What every session includes.
At completion, participants receive an official Certificate of Completion issued by Siyakhula International (Pty) Ltd T/A Media Training Mastermind.
Pre-training assessment
Evaluation of participants’ confidence and message clarity.
Media theory module
Media landscape, journalist expectations, framing and bridging techniques.
Practical simulation
On-camera interviews, crisis response scenarios and playback analysis.
Feedback & coaching
Personalised feedback to sharpen delivery and message discipline.
Training resources
Learner manual and follow-up support material when required.
Measurable improvement, every cohort.
- Media confidence and composure under pressure.
- Strategic message delivery during interviews and statements.
- Crisis communication and rapid response capability.
- Consistent, credible brand representation across all media platforms.
Tailor a Media Training Masterclass for your leadership.
Prepared by Buhle Madulini · 03 November 2025