Sizwe Dhlomo became the first MTV Base VJ in 2005.
Sizwe Dhlomo (born 21 June 1983) is a television and radio host. He is best known for working as a weekly presenter on 702 Live.
The radio personality started working as a computer programmer. After he won the MTV Base Talent contest, he decided to pursue music. He was the first MTV Base VJ in 2005.
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| Full Name: | Sizwe Dhlomo |
| Born: | 21 June 1983 (age 40 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Durban, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Nationality: | South Africa |
| Education: | Computer programing |
| Alma mater: | Durban Institute of Technology |
| Occupation: | Computer programmer, radio and TV host |
| Partner: | Kim De Morney |
Early Life
Sizwe Dhlomo was born on 21 June 1983 in Durban, a coastal city in the eastern KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. He comes from a family with astute business history and knowledge.
His grandfather Isaac Dhlomo acquired a farm in KwaZulu Natal during the apartheid era. His family has continued to develop it. It has four main divisions – cattle ranching, horse breeding, cropping, and forestry.
Education
Dhlomo attended Kingsway High School in Amanzimtoti and graduated in 2000. He studied computer programming at the Durban Institute of Technology.
Career
Sizwe is a qualified computer programmer who worked in the field after graduating. He quit the work after he won MTV Base’s talent contest.
In 2005, he became the first MTV Base VJ in season one of its World Chart Express. His knowledge of the youth culture fueled his rapid rise. He has risen to prominence and has interviewed many top personalities.
Sizwe interviewed Akon, John Legend, Sean Paul, Brickz and 2-Face. He was a digital host for the 16th Annual South African Music Awards (SAMAs) at Sun City. He is also a sought-after Master of Ceremony (MC) and presenter.
Dhlomo, alongside Bonang Matheba, appeared on SABC1’s LIVE until 2011. After a successful presence on television, he ventured into radio. He made his radio debut on YFM, and in 2013, he joined 947.
Having landed a role on the radio, he still appeared on television. He was part of an MTV contingency from across the globe that traveled to the VMAs in Scotland in 2014.
After leaving SABC1, he focused more on working as a radio presenter. He moved to YFM and stayed there for a year before joining 947.
After working with 947, Dhlomo moved to Radio 702. He has contributed to the station and the broadcast industry at large. He currently works as a presenter for Radio 702.
Radio presenter Sizwe Dlhomo officially took over the 959 Breakfast slot on KAYA FM from Dineo Ranaka. He stands in on 959 Breakfast from 6 am – 9 am every weekday. Sol Phenduka joins him on traffic and the news and sports team.
Personal Life
Sizwe Dhlomo is in a relationship with Kim De Morney. The duo has been in a relationship for a few years, and she travels with him. Although Kim is not in the entertainment industry, she is an industrial specialist.
When she is not working, she enjoys traveling with him or by herself. His girlfriend is a fitness fanatic and often competes in endurance challenges.
Sizwe Dhlomo doesn’t have children but says he will have kids when he gets married. He says he will not leave his wife if she cheats on him with another man.
Social Profile
Media personality Sizwe Dhlomo loves adventures and posts each exciting experience on Instagram. He posted pictures of how he spent his last holiday on bridge crossing, boating, and fun riding to cruising.
Most times, he posts about work. Dhlomo also has horses and loves to ride on their backs.
Net Worth
Sizwe Dhlomo has an estimated net worth of R40 million. Many regard him as one of the richest radio personalities in South Africa. According to Savanna News, he has residential and commercial properties. He also has a farm.