South African media star Sol Phenduka has taken to social media to address his departure from Kaya FM, using his trademark humor to clap back at the “hardship” narratives surrounding his career.
While reports earlier this year suggested that Kaya FM parted ways with Phenduka following controversial comments made on Podcast and Chill, the broadcaster seems to be taking the transition in his stride.
The Christmas Heartbreak Post
On December 25, Sol stirred the pot on X (formerly Twitter) with a post that initially seemed like a somber reflection on his career setbacks.
- The Claim: “Since Kaya fired me, it’s been tough. I can’t believe this also happened to me on Christmas,” he posted, punctuated with a heartbreak emoji.
- The Reality: The accompanying video told a different story. In the clip, a clearly relaxed Sol is seen helping himself to ice cream from a well-stocked fridge, signaling that his “struggle” is anything but real.
Fans Focus on the Dishcloth Fashion
While Sol was busy trolling the headlines about his firing, his followers found something else to fixate on: his wardrobe choice.
The viral video sparked a wave of comedic roasts aimed at Sol’s patterned shorts. Fans were quick to point out the uncanny resemblance to household items:
“I almost thought that since things are tough, you’re wearing a dishcloth,” joked one follower.
Context of the Exit
The sarcasm follows a year of headlines regarding his professional relationship with Kaya FM. Industry insiders previously linked his exit to remarks made alongside Mac G regarding Minnie Dlamini, which reportedly led the station to axe the host to protect its brand image.
Summary of the Viral Moment
| Element | Details |
| The Trigger | Claims of being “fired” by Kaya FM. |
| The Tone | Heavy sarcasm and satire. |
| The Distraction | Sol’s shorts, which fans compared to a kitchen dishcloth. |
| Current Status | Continuing his massive success on Podcast and Chill. |
