{"id":24151,"date":"2025-08-20T17:47:10","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T15:47:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=24151"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:00:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:00:03","slug":"pabi-moloi-resignation-power-fm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/pabi-moloi-resignation-power-fm\/","title":{"rendered":"Radio Shake-Up: Power FM \u2018Duly Accepts\u2019 Pabi Moloi\u2019s Resignation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Power FM (also known as Power 98.7) has officially acknowledged and accepted the resignation of celebrated South African radio personality, Pabi Moloi. The announcement marks the conclusion of Moloi\u2019s impactful tenure at the popular talk radio station. It brings an end to an influential chapter in the station\u2019s weekday programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ALSO READ: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/ntando-duma-una-rams-welcome-baby\/\">Ntando Duma and Una Rams Welcome Baby into the Family<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-background-on-pabi-moloi-at-power-fm\" data-level=\"2\">Background on Pabi Moloi at Power FM<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-announcement-and-timing-of-resignation\" data-level=\"2\">Announcement and Timing of Resignation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-new-ventures-and-career-shift\" data-level=\"2\">New Ventures and Career Shift<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-impact-on-power-fm-s-programming\" data-level=\"2\">Impact on Power FM\u2019s Programming<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-audience-and-industry-reaction\" data-level=\"2\">Audience and Industry Reaction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-power-fm-s-statement\" data-level=\"2\">Power FM\u2019s Statement<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-future-of-broadcasting\" data-level=\"2\">The Future of Broadcasting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-background-on-pabi-moloi-at-power-fm\">Background on Pabi Moloi at Power FM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pabi Moloi joined Power FM in June 2023. She took on the role of host for the station\u2019s weekday lunchtime show. Known for her engaging and thoughtful presentation style, Moloi became a fixture for listeners. They tuned in for insightful commentary on current affairs, lifestyle topics, and social issues. Her balanced discussions and strong presence quickly made her a favourite among Power FM\u2019s audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-4291801230\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-announcement-and-timing-of-resignation\">Announcement and Timing of Resignation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moloi <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizen.co.za\/entertainment\/power-fm-duly-accepted-pabi-molois-resignation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">officially submitted<\/a> her resignation to Power FM on 31 July 2025. She revealed the news to her followers on social media on 18 August 2025, stating, <em>\u201cHey friends, I resigned from POWER FM last month. I look forward to this new chapter.\u201d<\/em> The station confirmed the resignation. They noted that they had \u201cduly accepted\u201d it and expressed their appreciation for her contributions during her time at the station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"zxx\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/O4ySyMtoWG\">pic.twitter.com\/O4ySyMtoWG<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Pabi Moloi (@PabiMoloi) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PabiMoloi\/status\/1957466341457236292?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">August 18, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/PabiMoloi\/status\/1957466341457236292\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X\/Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-new-ventures-and-career-shift\">New Ventures and Career Shift<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pabi Moloi is now <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bona.co.za\/entertainment\/pabi-moloi-announces-departure-from-powerfm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">venturing beyond<\/a> traditional radio. She is embracing new opportunities across different media platforms. In July 2025, she took on the role of host for the 11th season of <em>The Insurance Apprentice<\/em> on SABC3. It is a reality television programme that highlights the challenges and growth of young professionals in the insurance industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moloi has also made strides in the world of podcasting. Earlier in 2025, she co-launched a podcast titled <em>It\u2019s Brother and a Sister<\/em> with her brother, Khabane Moloi. The podcast explores a range of topics, from life lessons to trending social media discussions. It offers an open and candid space for conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"EPISODE 31| CLOCKING WE\u2019RE STANDING ON BUSINESS\" width=\"755\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fbOu4Td6FWo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/fbOu4Td6FWo?si=Ck2Cp69lLzPF_XbJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-4255735637\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-impact-on-power-fm-s-programming\">Impact on Power FM\u2019s Programming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moloi\u2019s departure leaves a gap in Power FM\u2019s weekday lunchtime programming. The lunchtime slot is crucial for listener engagement. It has been key to the station\u2019s success in attracting both audiences and advertisers. Industry insiders expect programming changes to maintain audience loyalty and keep the station\u2019s reputation intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">It&#39;s Lunch time\u2026<br><br>Good afternoon and welcome to <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/POWERLunch?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#POWERLunch<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TshegoMoagi_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@TshegoMoagi_<\/a> standing in for <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PabiMoloi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@PabiMoloi<\/a> _until 15:00.<br><br>Get in touch with us throughout the show.<br><br>\u260e\ufe0f: 0861 987 000<br>\ud83d\udcf2: 083 303 7093 <br>\ud83d\udcfa: DSTV Channel <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/i4hQbUVo2f\">pic.twitter.com\/i4hQbUVo2f<\/a><\/p>&mdash; POWER 98.7 (@Powerfm987) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Powerfm987\/status\/1957382952175673359?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">August 18, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Powerfm987\/status\/1957382952175673359\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X\/Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-audience-and-industry-reaction\">Audience and Industry Reaction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Reactions to Moloi\u2019s resignation have been mixed. Fans and industry figures alike express both their gratitude and sadness at her departure. Supportive social media comments have flooded in, with many fans offering their best wishes as Moloi embarks on her next career chapter. There is also a sense of anticipation about the new directions Moloi will take in the media landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2283404393\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-power-fm-s-statement\">Power FM\u2019s Statement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a brief statement, Power FM confirmed that they had received and accepted Pabi Moloi\u2019s resignation. The station expressed respect for her decision, acknowledging her contributions during her time at the station. They wished her well in her future endeavours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-future-of-broadcasting\">The Future of Broadcasting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pabi Moloi\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeslive.co.za\/tshisa-live\/tshisa-live\/2025-08-19-i-look-forward-to-this-new-chapter-pabi-moloi-resigns-from-power-987\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">transition from<\/a> radio to television hosting and podcasting marks a significant shift in her career. It reflects broader trends in the South African media industry. Personalities like Moloi are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.news24.com\/truelove\/celebrity\/seasoned-broadcaster-pabi-moloi-reveals-surprise-exit-from-power-fm-20250819-0523\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">diversifying across<\/a> various platforms, adapting to changing audience demands and industry developments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Power FM has accepted Pabi Moloi\u2019s resignation. The popular radio presenter leaves after a successful tenure to pursue new media opportunities including TV and podcasting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":24175,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Power FM has accepted Pabi Moloi\u2019s resignation. 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