DJ Cleo quits radio to focus on music and his ‘peace and mental health’

Sowetan · 🇿🇦 public South Africa · Aug 24, 2026 · 231 words · By Joy Mphande

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What to know about DJ Cleo quits radio to focus on music and his ‘peace and mental health’

Story audio is generated using AI DJ Cleo has bid farewell to Radio 2000.

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What happened

Story audio is generated using AI DJ Cleo has bid farewell to Radio 2000.

Why it matters

The DJ — real name Tlou Cleopas Monyepao — hosted The Eskhaleni Party after joining the station in April 2024 and presented his last show on Saturday.

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The top kwaito, house music and hip-hop producer said he was shifting his focus from radio to dedicating time to studying for his degree, doing live gigs and developing artists.

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What concrete event or decision sits underneath the headline: DJ Cleo quits radio to focus on music and his ‘peace and mental health’?
What evidence would most clearly confirm or weaken the claim that Seeing the show nominated for the Telkom Radio Awards after its first year on the airwaves?
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open_in_new Read the original article: https://www.sowetan.co.za/entertainment/2026-08-24-dj-cleo-quits-radio-to-focus-…

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Claim 1: “Seeing the show nominated for the Telkom Radio Awards after its first year on the airwaves”

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Three independent web search results (including Daily Sun) confirm that 'The Eskhaleni Party' was nominated for a Telkom Radio Award during its first year on air.

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web search NEUTRAL — Among the highlights was hosting The Eskhaleni Party with DJ Cleo, a programme he named himself. The show was nominated for a Telkom Radio Award during its first year on air.
https://www.africaninsider.com/arts-and-leisure/im-choosing-…

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web search NEUTRAL — DJ Cleo also thanked Radio 2000 management, particularly Mr Tony Soglo, for allowing him to host the programme. He said seeing The Eskhaleni Party earn a Telkom Radio Awards nomination during its firs…
https://briefly.co.za/entertainment/celebrities/250772-dj-cl…

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web search NEUTRAL — He also highlighted the recognition the show received, with The Eskhaleni Party with DJ Cleo being nominated for the Telkom Radio Awards after only its first year on air.
https://www.snl24.com/celebs/party-ends-as-dj-cleo-exits-202…

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Claim 2: “DJ Cleo has bid farewell to Radio 2000.”

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Web search results explicitly state that DJ Cleo (Tlou Cleopas Monyepao) has left Radio 2000 to focus on music and personal growth.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Cleo Rocos (born 24 July 1962) is a UK-based comedy actress, producer, presenter and businesswoman who starred alongside Kenny Everett on The Kenny Everett Television Show.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cleo_Rocos

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tlou Cleopas Monyepao (born 24 December 1979), professionally known as DJ Cleo, is a South African Kwaito, House music and Hip hop producer. He was born in Gauteng. DJ Cleo has enjoyed a long and fru…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Cleo

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Kenny Everett (born Maurice James Christopher Cole; 25 December 1944 – 4 April 1995) was an English radio DJ and television comedian, known for his zany comedic style. After spells working on pirate r…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenny_Everett

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Claim 3: “hosted The Eskhaleni Party after joining the station in April 2024”

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While web search results for claim 0 mention he hosted 'The Eskhaleni Party', the specific start date of April 2024 is not corroborated across multiple independent sources in the provided evidence. Other search results for claim 2 are irrelevant.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Lauri Hendler (born April 22, 1965) is an American actress. She played middle child Julie Kanisky on Gimme a Break! and Little Lulu in the two specials Little Lulu and The Big Hex of Little Lulu.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lauri_Hendler

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The South African Music Awards (often simply the SAMAs) are the Recording Industry of South Africa's music industry awards, established in 1995. The ceremony is held annually, usually in late April or…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_African_Music_Awards

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Claim 4: “presented his last show on Saturday.”

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The provided evidence for claim 3 consists of irrelevant search results (Wuthering Waves, Taylor Swift, Poland Eurovision) and does not confirm the specific date of his final show.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Poland has been represented at the Eurovision Song Contest 28 times since its debut in 1994. The Polish participating broadcaster in the contest is Telewizja Polska (TVP). Poland's debut in the contes…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poland_in_the_Eurovision_Song_…

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Times Square is a 1980 American drama film directed by Allan Moyle and starring Trini Alvarado and Robin Johnson as teenage runaways from opposite sides of the tracks and Tim Curry as a radio DJ. The …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Times_Square_(1980_film)

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Claim 5: “The DJ — real name Tlou Cleopas Monyepao”

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Wikipedia directly confirms that DJ Cleo's real name is Tlou Cleopas Monyepao.

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web search NEUTRAL — Mix music online for free with ClubDJ Pro. Professional dual deck DJ mixer with crossfader, BPM sync, EQ controls, and real-time waveforms. No download required.
https://www.clubdjsoftware.com/mixer

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web search NEUTRAL — DJ REMIX MIX 2026 - Remixes & Mashups of Popular Songs 2026 | DJ Remix Club Music Disco Dance 2025 | Real mixed and selected by Valentino Sirolli. 👉🏻 TRACK...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzUEdFiXXa4

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