Gagasi FM's Ayanda Melansi Suspended Over Allegations of Charging for Interviews

• Gagasi FM broadcaster Ayanda Melansi was reportedly suspended after allegations emerged that she demanded payment from people seeking radio interviews
• Station management launched an internal investigation into the matter, with disciplinary action to depend on the findings
• Mzansi reacted to the news on social media, with some users linking the suspension to past behaviour towards a colleague

Durban's airwaves are buzzing with controversy after Gagasi FM broadcaster Ayanda Melansi was reportedly suspended following allegations that she charged individuals for interview slots on the station. The accusations, which have been circulating widely on social media, have raised serious questions about broadcasting ethics.

What Are the Allegations Against Ayanda Melansi?

According to reports, Melansi allegedly required certain people to pay a fee in exchange for airtime and interview opportunities on the popular KwaZulu-Natal radio station. In the media industry, editorial interviews are not paid for as a standard practice, making these claims a potentially serious professional breach if they are confirmed.

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Gagasi FM management is said to have placed Melansi on suspension while a formal internal investigation is conducted. The outcome of that inquiry will determine whether further disciplinary steps are taken against the broadcaster. As things stand, no official statement has been issued by either the station or Melansi herself, and she has not been found guilty of any wrongdoing.

Mzansi reacts to Ayanda Melansi's suspension

The story ignited strong reactions on X (formerly Twitter), with users offering everything from sympathy to pointed criticism. Several commenters connected the suspension to how Melansi reportedly treated a former colleague, Penny Ntuli.

Liduyise wrote:

"What goes around comes around. She treated Penny Ntuli very badly. Even disallowed her from doing her last slot on air to say goodbye to her followers. Isikhuni Sibuya nomkhwezeli. Iso ngeso."

Celedomele71849 quipped:

"Hawu ntobi uyaphanta sebenza girl. 🤣"

Lebojoycechauke reflected:

"The love of money will be the end of us."

MkitsoNgub6641 added:

"I feel sorry for her; karma is dealing with her."

IamSiyaZA observed:

"Strange woman's month yeey. 😮😮😮"

Nqondokazi asked:

"Headlines again? Kanti banjani abantu?"

ChosenOne_2026 posted:

"Idla la ibophelwe khona."

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Source: Briefly News