Tag: Skeem Saam

Clement Maosa’s heartbreak joke struck a nerve across South Africa

When a joke hits a little too close to home South Africans are known for laughing through the pain, and Clement Maosa has tapped straight into that shared coping mechanism. The beloved actor, best known for his long-running role on Skeem Saam, recently set social media buzzing after joking that heartbreak should be considered attempted […]

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Jacqui Monama’s ‘Skeem Saam’ Debut Sparks Viewer Backlash

A fresh face and a fierce reaction When SABC1’s long-running soapie Skeem Saam introduced the character Jacqui Monama as the daughter of Melita Monama, it seemed like the start of an interesting storyline. But instead of quietly settling in, Jacqui’s arrival ignited a wave of criticism on social media, with many viewers openly questioning her […]

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Pretty and Lehasa’s Wedding on ‘Skeem Saam’ Leaves SA Emotional

A union that stopped the nation When Skeem Saam aired the long-awaited wedding of Pretty Seakamela and Lehasa Maphosa, South Africans were glued to their screens. What made it special wasn’t just the romance but the way the ceremony honoured tradition. Viewers were treated to a full lobola process, shown with rare depth and authenticity. […]

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‘Skeem Saam’ tainted by contractual issues

One of the most watched SABC1’s soapies, Skeem Saam, is reportedly embroiled in contractual disputes following an alleged change in their contracts. Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela reported on his X (formerly Twitter) page that on March 31, the technical crew contract expired, and employees were informed it would be extended for 15 days. However, on […]

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Mogau Motlhatswi reacts to negative comments about Mapitsi

Mapitsi played by actress Mogau Paulina Motlhatswi, and DJ Thomas (played by Tiisetso Thoka) have been the talk of the town, following their cheating scandal on SABC1’s Skeem Saam. The duo, who are fondly known as ‘ThoMapi’ because of their on-air radio chemistry, were colleagues from a local radio station, Berry FM, where they have […]

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Rachel Kunutu’s return and Mapitsi’s infidelity- Skeem Saam carrying SA TV

With the eighth season of Uthando Nesthembu recently wrapping up, viewers were concerned about what they would be watching. With various interesting plots in the works, Skeem Saam has quickly emerged as a potential successor. In a world of unequal representation, and where members of some ethnic groups have expressed frustration in the overrepresentation of […]

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Lesego Marakalla returns to ‘Skeem Saam’

Skeem Saam viewers will be pleased to learn that actor, Lesego Marakalla will return to the soap to reprise her role of Rachel Kunutu, after a four year hiatus. Rachel will return on the dusty streets of Turfloop on the 13th of June after her relocation. The true pioneer of soft life is known for […]

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Pebetsi Matlaila grateful for donations after falling on tough times

Former ‘Skeem Saam’ actress Pebetsi Matlaila recently shared heartfelt messages of gratitude on Instagram, expressing her appreciation for donations of cash, a laptop, and financial support from her followers. On Thursday, the actress and radio host posted a message in her Instagram story: “Words cannot begin to explain how grateful I am for the love, […]

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Crew members hospitalised after fire broke out on ‘Skeem Saam’ set

SABC 1’s most loved drama series, Skeem Saam cast and crew are reeling from shock after their set was engulfed by flames at Sasani Studios, which left two crew members with minor injuries. Entertainment commentator, Phil Mphela took to his X (formerly Twitter) page to break the news about the drama series known for loved […]

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