Zola Hashatsi expressed his opinions on the radio station’s handling of mental health issues and the hiring and firing of its female personnel on his Instagram account.
A press release from the station promising to support Dineo Ranaka, when she opened up about her mental state is attached to his post. Zola wrote in the caption that a lot of people suffer from depression in silence.
He made it clear that he will soon work with Kaya FM but he won’t be turning in until Ranaka’s issue was resolved.
“Dear @kayaon959 @959breakfast_, you know I am a fan, and we are going to work together soon, but how did we go from supporting @dineoranaka with a letter in May to firing her. This does not sit well with me, and I’m not sure if I want to work with you guys again. Depression is real, and a lot of us are suffering from it silently, so because she went to NYC, and this happens. It is not well with my soul. I won’t be turning in until this is solved. You did this with @unathi.co and Sibongile Mtayi. I am not happy,” he wrote.
Hashatsi is not the only one who expressed concerns about the station’s operations during the past 12 months.
Fans have also criticised the methods used to fire Ranaka and shown support for her.
@nyebe_official commented: “People who understand depression will know that going out in the sun and spending time with friends is part of therapy – for depression. Fell free to Google this. Makes no sense to me to fire someone simply because she’s seen with friend. Dineo Ranaka didn’t have a broken leg, she can walk, it’s the spirit/soul that needs healing.”
@joy_zelda said: “So because Dineo Ranaka suffering from Depression, she essentially suppose to lock herself up in the house and not seen in the streets or visit another country. She took leave because she is sick and deserves a break her been fired at Kaya FM is unfair she needs support and love.”
@lerato_qwabe applauded: “I can’t wait for the day our industry shows you Zola the respect you deserve. You’re a powerful individual. Continue Mkhulu we are here.”
@nkanyisobhengu wrote: “Yes I agree this is unfair and ruthless, reconsider your decision. You’ve shown no support whatsoever for your employee when she needed you guys more, she is awesome and may God heal her immediately.”
Dineo’s issues with her former employer started when she requested leave in order to focus on her mental health issues. Following that, she was spotted strolling through New York City with her friends MacG and DJ Tira.
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