Darren Maule is one of South Africa’s leading entertainers. An award winning radio personality and comedian, currently in his fourteenth consecutive year as East Coast Radio’s* Breakfast Show Host. His over two decades as a top entertainer, include experience as a SABC television game show host, reality TV contestant, award winning television drama and sit-com roles, as well as theatre actor and MC for major events.

Darren Maule is best known for bringing an award-winning radio recipe of fact and funny, championing and celebrating daily the province of KwaZulu-Natal with its population of 10 million. Darren is renowned for focusing on what matters to the listener and connecting with them on national and international points of interest.  Darren is credited for delivering with both gravitas and sensitivity, whilst always demonstrating the ability to connect and reflect the diversity of the province.

South African National Radio Awards. Best Breakfast Show 2019.

Best of SA Readers’ Choice Awards. Best of Durban – Best Local Radio Personality. Winner 2024.

South African Film and Television Awards. Golden Horn for Best Comedy. Winner 2009.

Radio Star Global On-Air Talent Search. Judge 2024.

*East Coast Radio is the number one hit music and leading English speaking commercial radio station in the province of KwaZulu-Natal boasting a loyal listenership of over 1.2 million.