Renowned radio star Ayanda Mdluli is thrilled to be going back to YFM as the afternoon drive show’s “power hitter” for the Home Run.

This interesting show débuts on May 3 and runs from Monday to Friday, 3pm to 6pm.

About her return to the popular commercial youth station, Mdluli says that: “I’m beyond excited to be back at Y.

As a music-driven broadcaster, Ayanda said most of her content is about artists and their tracks that are fire.

“This new show gives me the platform to continue being purposeful and intentional with my love for music both on radio and the decks, she said.

“I’ve been working towards an opportunity like this. And the time has finally arrived for me to host drive on YFM. It’s time to hear what AyandaMVP is really made of. Molifeng.”

Mdluli who was with the station in 2016, will be at the helm as the host of the afternoon drive show alongside Y’s DJ Flax, as producer and one of the contributors to the show.

Producer and contributor DJ Flax also added: “Having built my name at Y on weekends, I now look forward to this incredible next chapter of content creation. Home Run with Ayanda MVP is all about entertainment and pushing boundaries.”

Phindi Ziqubu, content manager at Y detailed described Ayanda’s return to the station is “a true full-circle moment”.

“Over the last few years, she has truly honed her broadcasting skill, her personal brand has gone from strength to strength, and she remains a true embodiment of youth culture. We are confident that our audience will be just as thrilled about her return as we are.”

Managing director of the station Haseena Cassim said he was also delighted about Mdluli’s return to the airwaves.

“The addition of Flax’s passion and love for creating great radio added to Ayanda’s magnetic personality and unrivalled broadcasting acumen will create magic, Cassim said.

“I am elated to have Ayanda’s energy back in the Y studio and know that clients and our audience can expect nothing but amazing from Y this year,” he added.