113 MCs and event hosts are available to book in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa, with 337 reviews from real clients rating their services 5 out of 5. Many are full-time masters of ceremonies; others are comedians, magicians, radio presenters and speakers who host as part of what they do, which is worth knowing when you read the profiles, because a comedian MC and a conference host run a room very differently.
Of the 113 suppliers listed here, 6 are based within 30 miles of Pretoria. The other 107 are willing to travel there.
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Rates for MCs and comperes in Pretoria run from R1,650 to R25,000+, with most bookings around R7,500. A two-hour wedding reception costs less than a full conference day, a host who prepares custom material or attends a rehearsal charges for the preparation, and broadcasters and well-known names sit at the top of the range. Travel is usually quoted on top. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 109 enquiries for Emcees (MCs) / Comperes / Hosts at events in South Africa, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 24 October 2026.
Faith Xaba
"I had the pleasure of working with Faith as the MC for a Japanese newspaper’s farewell event, and she was an absolute delight to work with.
From the very beginning, she was professional, well-prepared and incredibly attentive to the details of the event. What really stood out to me was the initiative she took to learn a few Japanese phrases specifically for the occasion. It was such a thoughtful touch and showed just how much care she puts into creating an engaging and memorable experience for her audience.
She brought warmth, confidence and great energy to the event, while keeping everything running smoothly and professionally. Even when there were unexpected delays or small glitches, she handled them with ease, kept the audience engaged and got the programme smoothly back on track without missing a beat.
She was a pleasure to work with, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a polished, personable and professional event host who knows how to keep an event flowing, whatever comes up."
Peter Herweg.
"We used Peter for a team building event and he was amazing. He delivered an exceptional presentation that perfectly aligned with the brief, captivating the audience with a compelling and inspiring message. Peter seamlessly connected with the audience, balancing authenticity with professionalism while driving home key themes that resonated deeply."
Zak Zikalala"MC Extraordinaire with Flair"
"Exceptional MC Zak Zikalala was in understanding the brief and event at hand.
Amazing how he was able to think on his feet and be crowd engaging and keep the event program flowing."
Tenor L
"Tenor L was MC at wedding where the proceedings was done in three languages (Afrikaans, English and Spanish) She was an absolute professional conducting MC duties. A must have at any function. Thank you very much! 11 April 2026"
Elsa Moitsemang
"The MC was absolutely brilliant! They brought great energy, kept the audience engaged, and handled everything smoothly. Their humor and professionalism made the event unforgettable. Highly recommended!"
Lerato Manaka
"Lerato Manaka embodies resilience and artistry, touching hearts with every performance."