Jozi FM board denies CEO suspension claims
The board issued a statement addressing reports about the station's executive leadership and the cancellation of presenter and service provider contracts.
The Jozi FM board has firmly denied allegations that their chief executive officer, Dr Mpho Mhlongo, was suspended. The Soweto Media Resource Centre (SMRC), which oversees Jozi FM, released a statement on Thursday clarifying the situation. Board spokespersons confirmed that Dr Mhlongo remains the active CEO of the organization, and that reports to the contrary were "false and unauthorised".
The board also addressed claims of presenter and service provider contract cancellations. SMRC staff explained that these contract terminations were a result of the Human Resources department following internal procedures. They cited documented breaches of service-level agreements and internal codes of conduct as the reason for the cancellations. These breaches included employees arriving at work under the influence of substances and leaving broadcasting duties without a valid reason.
Management emphasized that maintaining professional conduct, complying with labour terms, and preserving the broadcast standards of Jozi FM are non-negotiable priorities. The board urged listeners, stakeholders, and partners to disregard any "unauthorised communications" regarding the station's leadership or contract status.
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