Newzroom Afrika ‘taken aback’ by Masechaba Mposwa’s abrupt resignation announcement
· Citizen
Prominent South African broadcaster Masechaba Mposwa announced on Thursday evening that she’s leaving her role as anchor of Newzroom Afrika’s Weekend Report on DStv Channel 405 with immediate effect.
She made the announcement on the social media platform X and thanked viewers for making the show a success since she joined the channel in 2024.
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She gave no reason for her abrupt exit, sparking shock and simultaneous praise for her professionalism in reaction to the announcement.
Dear all,
— Masechaba Mposwa (@MasechabaMposwa) April 9, 2026
I have decided to step away from my role as anchor of the Weekend Report on Newzroom Afrika with immediate effect.
To every viewer & to my supporters who woke up with me from 6am every Saturday & Sunday, thank you for making this show the success that it is.
The channel’s official position
The Citizen reached out to the news channel for comment, and Newzroom Afrika said:
“As a matter of policy, Newzroom Afrika does not typically comment on the departure of anchors or other staff, however we were taken aback by the abrupt announcement as we had not yet begun contract renewal discussions with Masechaba.”
Because of the abrupt nature of Mposwa’s announcement, the channel has yet to name a replacement to host the show moving forward.
“Despite this, we continue to wish her the best. Further details regarding any programme refresh will be shared in due course,” added Newzroom Afrika.
No word on a replacement host
Mposwa joined the channel’s news team on 29 March 2024 as the anchor of its Weekend Report (a weekend morning show on DStv channel 405). Similar to her resignation announcement, she announced her arrival on X around that time, expressing excitement about the role.
Before joining Newzroom Afrika, she held a brief position as a government spokesperson. She has also worked across various platforms as a corporate MC, voice-over artist, life coach, and educator.