Dr Sindisiwe van Zyl joins Kaya FM with new night-time talk show

Taking over from Mapaseka Mokwele, Dr Sindisiwe van Zyl will host the new 7–8pm night-time talk show, Sidebar with Sindi. While Dr Sindi is known for her work as a medical doctor, this show will explore multiple facets of her vibrant personality with the overarching theme of family.

As a seasoned medical practitioner, Dr Sindi has amassed a huge following both on and offline, opening up her social media platform as a space for her followers to engage with her on a range of medical and social topics. Dr Sindi, as she is affectionately known, has passionately shared her thoughts on important issues including HIV – especially the prevention of mother-to-child-transmission, mental health, as well as constantly busting medical myths. Dr Sindi has also picked up a number of accolades including the highly coveted Glamour magazine Women of the Year Award in the health category (2018).

“I am very excited to be joining the Kaya family. I have always been an Afropolitan and this is a dream come true for me. I am also looking forward to winning over new people from different backgrounds with the show,” said Dr Sindi.

Speaking on the new show, chief content officer, Neil Johnson said it was a great privilege to have Dr Sindi joining the team.

 “Her background in medicine will bring much-needed insights and traction from a new audience, which will help us understand how best to service that market,” Johnson said.

Her first show will broadcast on Monday  29 April.