Somizi Mhlongo returns to Metro FM

Boss moves: Somizi Mhlongo returns to Metro FM

Idols SA judge Somizi Mhlongo is reportedly returning to Metro FM. A close source from the SABC radio station informed Zimoja this week that discussions regarding his radio comeback began in 2022 and were done cautiously to avoid media backlash. The source adds that Mhlongo has only shared the news with his friends.

Somizi Mhlongo taking a break from Metro FM

In 2021 Somizi Mhlongo requested time off from the SABC radio station following his nasty breakup with Mohale Motaung.

The SABC revealed in a statement:

“The Corporation has also noted the comments on social media about Mr. Mhlongo and we would like to point out that the public service broadcaster does not condone any acts of abuse and violence.”

“The SABC can confirm that Metro FM SA management met with Mr. Somizi Mhlongo and he has requested to take some time off from work. Management has granted Mr. Mhlongo permission to do so.”

Somizi contributed to the Ask A Man segment on DJ Dineo Ranaka’s show called The Bridge at the time of his departure.

Mzansi reacts to Somizi Mhlongo coming back to Metro FM

Scores of tweeps have since criticized the decision of Mhlongo to return to Metro FM. According to a close source, Mhlongo has only disclosed the news of his return on the radio to his close friends, as the station is also keeping mum about it.

“…Somizi going back to Metro FM ? But why ? So much radio TALENT on campus radio, the best they can do is to poach that talent Konje radio bathi it a business nowadays. It about numbers. I than feel so sorry for presenters at small stations, koze kube nini?” wrote Maverick Huzaifah.

Mzansi reacted differently, and many feel that Mhlong should take a break from the entertainment industry and fix his private life.