Durban, KwaZulu-Natal | 1 August 2026 – Gagasi FM, The Sound of KZN, is proud to announce the appointment of South African professional footballer, digital content creator, entrepreneur and reality television personality Ashay Sewlall as the newest member of its dynamic on-air family.
This exciting addition marks another significant milestone in the station’s continued evolution as it strengthens its commitment to delivering fresh voices, authentic storytelling, and world-class entertainment that reflects the pulse, ambition, and culture of a new generation of South Africans.
Beginning Saturday, 1 August 2026, Sewlall officially joins Umsindo Takeover, where he will co-host alongside Mkay Music and Sphokuhle Luthuli, bringing a fresh perspective to one of KwaZulu-Natal’s most energetic weekend radio shows.
Broadcast every Saturday from 16:00 to 19:00, Umsindo Takeover has become synonymous with great music, vibrant conversations, youth culture, and authentic entertainment. With the addition of Ashay Sewlall, listeners can expect an even more engaging experience that blends music, lifestyle, sport, digital culture, and inspiring conversations into one unforgettable three-hour broadcast.
Ashay Sewlall has become one of South Africa’s most recognisable young personalities through a career that extends far beyond the football field.
As a professional footballer, he has demonstrated discipline, resilience, and leadership in one of the country’s most competitive sporting environments. Beyond sport, he has successfully built a strong presence as a digital content creator, using social media to entertain, inspire, and engage audiences through authentic storytelling, humour, and relatable life experiences.
His popularity reached even greater heights through reality television, where viewers embraced his genuine personality, charisma, and ability to connect with people from all walks of life. His growing influence across multiple platforms has established him as a trusted voice among young South Africans who value authenticity over perfection and meaningful conversations over fleeting trends.
It is this unique combination of talent, versatility, and relatability that makes Sewlall a natural fit for Gagasi FM.
His appointment reflects the station’s ongoing commitment to identifying influential voices who not only entertain but also understand the ever-evolving interests of today’s audiences.
Radio has always been about connection.
It is about creating moments that listeners remember, conversations that matter, and personalities that become part of people’s everyday lives.
Ashay Sewlall brings exactly that.
His journey—from the football pitch to digital platforms and television screens—has been defined by resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering ability to inspire those around him. Those same qualities now make him an exciting addition to Gagasi FM’s growing family of exceptional talent.
His transition into radio represents more than a career move; it marks the beginning of a new chapter where listeners will experience another side of his personality—one that thrives on meaningful conversation, humour, spontaneity, and genuine human connection.
Whether discussing sport, music, relationships, popular culture, or everyday life, Sewlall’s authenticity promises to resonate with listeners who value real conversations delivered with honesty and heart.
The appointment comes at an exciting time for Gagasi FM as the station continues to expand its programming while investing in talent that reflects the diversity, creativity, and vibrancy of KwaZulu-Natal.
For more than two decades, Gagasi FM has remained committed to championing local voices and creating opportunities for personalities who represent the aspirations and stories of the communities they serve.
By welcoming Ashay Sewlall, the station continues to build a platform where radio meets modern culture—bringing together broadcasting, sport, entertainment, digital media, and storytelling in a way that speaks directly to today’s audiences.
As The Sound of KZN, Gagasi FM understands that today’s listeners consume content across multiple platforms. They seek personalities who are not only entertaining on-air but also influential in digital spaces and connected to the conversations shaping society.
Ashay Sewlall embodies this new generation of media personalities.
His arrival reinforces Gagasi FM’s vision of remaining at the forefront of contemporary broadcasting by embracing talent capable of creating meaningful engagement across radio, social media, and live experiences.
A New Dynamic for Umsindo Takeover
With Mkay Music, Sphokuhle Luthuli, and now Ashay Sewlall at the helm, Umsindo Takeover enters an exciting new era.
Listeners can expect bigger conversations, stronger chemistry, exciting guest interviews, trending discussions, interactive audience engagement, and the infectious energy that has made the programme a Saturday afternoon favourite.
Together, the trio represents a powerful blend of experience, creativity, humour, and youthful energy that promises to elevate the programme while staying true to the vibrant identity that listeners have come to love.
From celebrating South African music and culture to unpacking the latest trends in entertainment, sport, lifestyle, and social media, Umsindo Takeover will continue to be the destination where KwaZulu-Natal comes together every weekend.
Ashay Sewlall’s appointment is another example of Gagasi FM’s continued investment in discovering and nurturing exceptional talent while creating innovative programming that reflects the changing media landscape.
As audiences evolve, so too does the station’s commitment to remaining relevant, engaging, and representative of the people it serves.
By bringing together accomplished broadcasters with influential personalities from sport, entertainment, and digital media, Gagasi FM continues to redefine regional broadcasting and create content that resonates across generations.
The station remains steadfast in its mission to entertain, inform, inspire, and empower audiences while providing a platform where authentic South African stories are celebrated every day.
Join the Journey
Whether listeners know Ashay Sewlall from the football field, television screens, or social media, they are now invited to discover an exciting new dimension of his career—behind the microphone.
His debut promises to be filled with laughter, energy, fresh perspectives, and memorable moments that will set the tone for an exciting new chapter on Umsindo Takeover.
Gagasi FM invites listeners across KwaZulu-Natal and beyond to tune in and welcome Ashay Sewlall to The Sound of KZN.
Tune In
Show: Umsindo Takeover
Hosts: Mkay Music, Sphokuhle Luthuli & Ashay Sewlall
Day: Every Saturday
Time: 16:00 – 19:00
Station: Gagasi FM – The Sound of KZN
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