On September 28, the Supersport Park Stadium in Centurion will resonate with the powerful sounds of praise and worship as radio broadcasting legend Thabo Molefe, affectionately known as Tbo Touch, hosts the 3rd Replenishment Concert. This annual event is a significant project for Tbo Touch, embodying his deep spiritual roots and dedication to ministry.
Tbo Touch, 43, comes from a lineage that places God at the center of their lives. This concert is an extension of his popular Metro FM afternoon drive show, the TouchDown, particularly the Replenishment hour on Mondays, designed to uplift listeners who might feel alienated by traditional churches.
“Given the pedigree of leadership I come from with my family, being born in a family that has always put God in the epicenter of everything, our existence, our drive. I’m the fourth generation of spiritual piety,” Tbo Touch shared with IOL Entertainment.
This year’s event promises a rich tapestry of performances and speakers. Internationally acclaimed Jamaican minister and Pentecostal bishop Noel Jones, and musician and pastor Kabelo “Bouga Luv” Mabalane will grace the stage. The legendary gospel singer Dr. Rebecca Malope will headline the concert and receive a special honour.
What sets the Replenishment Concert apart is its holistic approach to spirituality and entertainment. Tbo Touch envisions an event where attendees can immerse themselves in a spiritual experience while enjoying entertainment without judgment. “Isn’t it beautiful to be hit by a spirit in the place where you are also entertained and nobody’s judging you because you’re not at Pastor so and so’s place?” he muses.
The event also caters to families, offering a kiddies section with Bible games and spiritual activities led by trained au pairs. “Kids equally leave spiritually built as you would as a parent, and I’m trusting in our trained au pairs to do a diligent fair job in how to communicate Bible lessons to kids,” Tbo Touch explains.
Hosting the concert will be gospel singer Mmatema and popular MC, Sipho “Alphi” Mkhwanazi. Over the years, the concert has supported three Ministries, providing them with music systems and drum kits.
Tbo Touch’s passion for the entertainment industry and his ministry has fueled his two-decade career, and he continues to inspire and nurture the next generation of stars. “I’m just obsessed right now with who I am and my love for the ministry. I’m glad I’m bringing people close to God. Every day on the power of that microphone. I love radio. It allows me to minister to people and I’m excited that SABC supports my efforts.”
With a dedicated and ambitious team, Tbo Touch hopes to inspire even more people and ignite the emergence of future stars at this year’s Replenishment Concert.
