South African media personality Sizwe Dhlomo has officially announced that he will be stepping away from Kaya 959, bringing an end to a major chapter in his radio career.
Listeners were left shocked on Wednesday morning, 27 May 2026, when Dhlomo shared the news live on air during an emotional address on the station’s breakfast show.
The veteran broadcaster revealed that he plans to leave Kaya 959 at the end of June as he prepares to take a sabbatical after spending years behind the microphone and in the public eye.
While explaining his decision, Dhlomo admitted that stepping away was not an easy choice, but said he had already made peace with it long before publicly announcing it to listeners.
He also clarified that although he may eventually return to radio in the future, Kaya 959 would not be the station he returns to, signaling what appears to be a permanent departure from the broadcaster.
According to Dhlomo, he first made the decision to resign back in 2025 and has since spent time mentally and professionally preparing for the transition.
During the announcement, he encouraged his co-hosts and colleagues to fully support whoever will eventually take over his role on the breakfast show, emphasizing the importance of continuity for both the station and its listeners.
Since joining Kaya 959 in 2020, Sizwe Dhlomo has become one of the station’s most recognisable and influential voices. He earned praise for his outspoken opinions, thought-provoking interviews and ability to drive conversations around politics, current affairs, entertainment and social issues.
His broadcasting style often sparked debate online, with listeners regularly engaging with his commentary across social media platforms. Over the years, he built a reputation as one of South Africa’s most impactful radio personalities.
Following the announcement, social media was flooded with reactions from listeners, celebrities and media industry figures, many expressing surprise and sadness over his departure while thanking him for his contribution to radio.
As speculation grows about who could replace him on the breakfast show, many fans are also wondering what the next chapter of Sizwe Dhlomo’s career will look like after his planned break from broadcasting.
