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Nhlanhla Kunene debuts as Amandla on ‘Skeem Saam’- Internet reacts

by Zintle Mdaka
PICTURE: INSTAGRAM/ NHLANHLA KUNENE

Fan favourite actor Nhlanhla Kunene will soon make his debut on Skeem Saam, portraying the character of Amandla Dubazane, described as the man you won’t see coming.

Nhlanhla, who became a fan favourite for his portrayal of Tsiki-Tsiki on Adulting, will now play a man who exudes success, control and charm. Amandla is described as a man who is calculated, composed and deeply unsettling, behind his polished exterior.

Also see: Nhlanhla Kunene joins ‘Law, Love and Betrayal’ cast

Speaking to Skeem Saam about his character, Nhlanhla said: ” The character of Amandla is very controlled and sure of himself. He is not loud or over the top, but his presence is alway felt. There’s always a quiet intensity about him that keeps you watching, and I really enjoyed bringing those layers to life,” he said.

SABC 1 took to their Instagram page to break the news.

 

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The stage is set for Amandla! 🎭✨
Nhlanhla Kunene is joining Skeem Saam, bringing a mix of power and mystery.🔥
Catch his first appearance on Monday, 20 April 2026 at 19:30 on @Official_SABC1 #SkeemSaam pic.twitter.com/oFQrQf55QM

— OFFICIAL Skeem Saam 14 (@SkeemSaam3) April 14, 2026

Skeem Saam‘s publicity manager, Yvonne Siphuka, said: “Amandla is the kind of character who changes the temperature of every scene he walks into. Viewers should expect tension, suspense and a storyline that will keep them on edge.”

Also see: Hungani Ndlovu celebrates Skeem Saam’s record-breaking 4.5 million viewers

Internet users weighed in:

This is how Muvhango died btw😂trying to accommodate other tribes https://t.co/L5lXJG7fID

— A R N O L D (@loydarnold114) April 15, 2026

“Wow it’s going to be interesting best actor ever,” said an Instagram user.

People who are complaining about Skeem Saam about been stick on Sepedi they really don’t understand the important of diversity that’s what made Emzini Wezinsizwa. Let Skeem Saam represented the cultural, linguistic, and regional diversity

— MingasC (@mingasPC) April 14, 2026

Also see: Lunga Mofokeng returns to screens as the mysterious Mr Q on ‘Skeem Saam’

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