Sizwe Dhlomo Responds to Sol Phenduka’s Exit at Kaya FM: “He Brought a Lot of Value”

• TV and radio personality Sizwe Dhlomo has reacted to Kaya FM's decision to fire his colleague and co-host, Sol Phenduka
• The radio station angered South Africans on Monday, 1 September 2025, when it confirmed Phenduka's dismissal in a statement
• Fans of the Podcast and Chill YouTuber comforted him on social media following his departure from the radio station
• Briefly News asked financial expert Fulufhelani Mashapha about the long-term effects of social media backlash and public opinion on a media personality’s career and financial stability

Media personality Sizwe Dhlomo has shared his views about Sol Phenduka's departure from Kaya FM after the radio station confirmed his departure in a statement on Monday, 1 September 2025.

Phenduka made headlines on Thursday, 21 August 2025, when he hinted on his social media account that he was fired after he was suspended from his duties a week ago.

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The radio personality shared on his X account on Tuesday, 2 September 2025, that he enjoyed working with Phenduka on the breakfast show.

"Yeah, he brought a lot of value. It was also just good to work with him. Really unfortunate chain of events," wrote Dhlomo.

Briefly News asked financial expert Fulufhelani Mashapha how social media backlash and public opinion can affect a media personality’s long-term career and financial stability. She said:

"While some media personalities recover through rebranding, public apologies, or shifting into niche markets, others experience long-term income loss.

Maintaining professionalism, rebuilding trust, and aligning with positive, value-driven projects are essential for restoring financial stability and relevance in the industry."

South Africans comment on Sol Phenduka's exit from Kaya FM

@MzamoDudula asked Sizwe Dhlomo:

"Aren’t you worried, Sizwe? Management can spin it quickly, suddenly, you’re 'too sympathetic' to Sol, and the next memo says we can pay three people with your salary. That’s how they justify targeting you under the sweet label of a cost-saving drive."

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@TeeTouchza wrote:

"From what Unathi said, it's clear you have a lot of influence in that station. Why couldn't you stop them then? Unless you do not influence at all."

@LubhaZa wrote:

"It's not unfortunate, but unfair dismal, call it what it is. Don't be afraid of those racists running Kaya FM with apartheid fear."

@blacticAM replied:

"And one thing about Sol, he is gonna be alright."

@KhayaMaloni commented:

"You are nearing 40, guys. It gets to a point where you can't be losing 7-figure annual salaries because your co-host with a one-track mind can't help but say inappropriate, derogatory things about women's body parts. Khulani, (grow up)."

@LubhaZa said to Sizwe:

"You might not see, but this is a personal assault against you and Kaya FM's management. You are the target, Sol is collateral."

@SIYA_VS said:

"It's a horrible decision @KayaON959. Without Sol's edge, there's nothing unique about #SizTheWorld. It was literally a perfect balance between @SizweDhlomo and Sol for the morning radio. Now I have to find a new home."

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Gogo Skhotheni reacts to Sol Phenduka’s post

In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that former sangoma Gogo Skhotheni commented on Sol Phenduka's job cleansing post following his suspension from Kaya FM.

On Wednesday, 20 August 2025, Phenduka jokingly shared on his social media account that he might need muthi to lift the suspension.

Fans of the Podcast and Chill media personality responded to his hilarious post, while some revealed that they want him back on air.

Briefly News asked financial expert Fulufhelani Mashapha how controversies like Sol Phenduka’s suspension affect corporate sponsorships.

Proofreading by Roxanne Dos Ramos, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

Source: Briefly News