Ndalo Media is shutting down

Almost every business goes through a phase of uncertainty. Khanyi Dhlomo could sadly attest to this as her company, Ndalo Media, which produces a variety of magazines including, Elle, Destiny and Destiny Man, is closing its doors.

According to Sowetan, the once highly reputable company is rumoured to have been cash strapped, and employees have reportedly not been paid their November salaries.

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The financial strain has sadly led to the decision to shut down. Sowetan received a recording of Khanyi telling her staff about the devastating news. In the clip, which was shared to the publication by an employee, the media mogul reportedly told staff members: “Given just where we are and the various conversations we have had. I have decided to close down this company effective as of January 31 next year.”

The news sent shockwaves around the country, and a number of people took to social media to share their reactions.

Can we just take a moment to thank @KhanyiDhlomo and Ndalo media team for giving us a good platform over the years, they told our stories,contributed to our businesses and contributed to our journeys across all industries
I wish you well sisi, I know you will bounce back ✊🏿💔
— INGA GUBEKA (@ingagubeka) December 13, 2018

Because of you @KhanyiDhlomo, we believed! You’ve inspired Black women not only all over the country but all over the world to believe in themselves and for that we’re grateful! You’ve inspired change. You’ve inspired greatness. #NdaloMedia pic.twitter.com/J2X0TGX9rh
— Re Basadi (@rebasadi) December 13, 2018

This news on Ndalo Media is heartbreaking. It’s the end of an era for sure. 😶😑😔
Trusting Khanyi to bounce back though. She epitomizes #BlackExcellence.
— Salamina Mosese (@salaminaM) December 14, 2018

I’m deeply heartbroken about the shutting down of Ndalo Media. It truly was a beam of light for me, Khanyi Dhlomo showed me that it can and will be done as a black woman. She will come back. I have faith. It may not be with Ndalo Media but she will come back.
— King M’baku’s Wife (@AndiswaLinda) December 13, 2018

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