Party ends as DJ Cleo exits!
South African DJ and producer DJ Cleo has announced his resignation from Radio 2000 after a 28-month tenure. He plans to focus on his music career, family, and academic pursuits.
Why it matters
The departure of a prominent media personality highlights shifts in the South African entertainment landscape and the personal career pivots of public figures.
DJ Cleo has announced his resignation from Radio 2000.
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This ends his 28-month stint as an on-air host at the public broadcaster.
The popular DJ and producer, whose real name is Tlou Monyepao, joined Radio 2000 on 5 April 2024 and hosted The Eskhaleni Party with DJ Cleo .
He confirmed in a press statement that his final show would be on Saturday, 22 August 2026.
The 46-year-old is one of South Africa’s best-known DJs and producers. He rose to prominence in the early 2000s and is widely known for his contribution to house and dance music, as well as hits such as Chakalaka and Facebook .
Over the years, he has also built a reputation as a radio personality, entrepreneur and mentor to younger artists.
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