{"id":29510,"date":"2026-04-29T09:12:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T07:12:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=29510"},"modified":"2026-04-29T09:12:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T07:12:35","slug":"lucky-nkosi-clears-the-air-on-his-departure-from-ukhozi-fm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/lucky-nkosi-clears-the-air-on-his-departure-from-ukhozi-fm\/","title":{"rendered":"Lucky Nkosi Clears the Air on His Departure from Ukhozi FM"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Former Ukhozi<\/span> FM presenter Lucky Nkosi has finally clarified the reasons behind his unexpected exit from the famous radio station.<\/span><\/p>\n

Like other radio broadcasters, Ukhozi FM made several adjustments to its lineup, and Nkosi, who hosted a weekend program, was among numerous presenters let go as the new season commenced on April 1, 2026.<\/p>\n

Initially, a source told the Daily Sun<\/i> that Lucky Nkosi chose not to extend his contract, opting instead to concentrate on his business ventures.<\/p>\n

“Lucky Nkosi, who is one of the famous weekend radio presenters, decided not to renew his contract after working for the station for a long time; he’s now set to focus on his business,\u201d the source said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Lucky Nkosi reveals the circumstances of his firing from Ukhozi FM<\/h2>\n

During a conversation on iZwi loMzansi 98.0 FM with Baba Maswidi, Lucky Nkosi set the record straight regarding his termination from Ukhozi FM.<\/p>\n

He dismissed earlier statements claiming he opted not to renew his contract, stating he was instead dismissed without warning.<\/p>\n

Nkosi explained to Baba Maswidi that he was let go during a virtual meeting held over the phone. He further claimed that when he attempted to seek clarification from management about the termination, the call was abruptly cut short, with officials blaming \u201cnetwork issues.\u201d<\/p>\n

He also recounted a previous dismissal years earlier, attributing it to professional envy from an unnamed manager. However, he was reinstated in 2008 by former station manager Bonga Mpanza, who acknowledged his abilities.<\/p>\n

Aside from discussing his time at Ukhozi FM, Lucky Nkosi highlighted the financial realities of working in radio. Echoing Penny Ntuli’s experiences, Nkosi challenged the belief that radio presenters earn high salaries, revealing that he once received an annual pay increase of just R200.<\/p>\n

He cautioned that financial stability in the industry is scarce, advising presenters to develop additional income streams outside of broadcasting.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou leave the station struggling, not knowing how you will make ends meet,\u201d he said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Nkosi also claimed he often financed choral music events and personal projects out of his own pocket, receiving only basic travel allowances from the station.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n