Getting to know the new Character on Uzalo “Cocoa” who’s real name is Nomalanga Shabane
Cocoa is introduced into our world when Nyawo desperately needs a girlfriend to claim a price
When all fails,he finds cocoa doing her thing on the streets.She agrees to pretend to be his girlfriend but for a fee a hefty one,the girl does not come cheap just her kiss alone will set you back over 7Grand.

Realising that she has hit a jackpot with Nyawo she takes full advantage even refusing when Nyawo demands to break up with her,the two have absolute fun pretending to be lovers until Nyawo catches feelings, Cocoa Will do anything for money so she is “in game to play the game” Besides their issues and chaos, the two have a lot in common, a couple that belongs together and in a normal world they’d be the “Perfect Mr and Mrs Smith”
Cocoa is very outspoken kind of bullish in a way.Her work environment has really toughened her up She has a softer side and could be a Zulu wife too.This is the part Nyawo enjoys most about her

No doubt it’s everyone’s dream to be on Uzalo and it takes one’s craft competence to outshine others in a starred cast. With more than 9.4 million viewership under its flagship, Uzalo is the most followed drama series in Mzansi and it’s not holding back.

Get to know one of Uzalo’s most educated actresses Cocoa ‘Nomalanga Shabane’
Get to know one of Uzalo’s most educated actresses Cocoa ‘Nomalanga Shabane’
Despite have a seasoned cast without little or no educational background but pure talent the drama series has wowed Mzansi for seasons. However, Uzalo’s Cocoa is making all sorts of headlines of late.

She has been killing her role and we can’t get enough of her. But who is she it seems as if she just came out of the blue?

Nomalanga Shabane is a South African actress best known for Love Lives Here, The Letter Reader and for portraying Cocoa on Uzalo SABC 1. The bubbly actress was born on the 30th of November 1993. She was born in Verulam, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa.

Get to know one of Uzalo’s most educated actresses Cocoa ‘Nomalanga Shabane’
Get to know one of Uzalo’s most educated actresses Cocoa ‘Nomalanga Shabane’
The 27-year-old is a multilingual speaker who can speak Zulu, IsiXhosa and English. She is one of the few actresses who can act using several native languages in Mzansi and this has made her one of Mzansi’s finest.

Cocoa from Uzalo attended Glenhaven Secondary School. After that, she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education – TLE via the University of South Africa (UNISA).

Get to know one of Uzalo’s most educated actresses Cocoa ‘Nomalanga Shabane’
Nomalanga appeared in films and dramas before her prominence. This includes a 2019 short film called The Letter Reader, which walked away with a Golden Horn accolade for Best Short Film at the South African Film and Television Awards.

Get to know one of Uzalo’s most educated actresses Cocoa ‘Nomalanga Shabane’
Get to know one of Uzalo’s most educated actresses Cocoa ‘Nomalanga Shabane’
She acted as Nobuhle Mthembu. Again in 2019, she portrayed a female colleague on Love Lives Here. In 2021 she landed a role on Uzalo as Cocoa, a beautiful woman who is only after money. She’s a magosha an

“Uzalo is the biggest show in Mzansi. I’m sure every youngster wishes to be part of it. What I like the most about it is that it discovered a lot of previously hidden talent. And it exposed talent and skills in youth.

There are actors who are popular and have grown because of this telenovela. And I believe the Cocoa character will open a lot of doors for me,” said Nomalanga.

According to February TVSA teasers, award-winning actor Wiseman Mncube, best known for his role as Sibonelo, has left Uzalo.

TVSA reports that actor Wiseman Mncube’s popular role, Sibonelo will get killed on Wednesday, 28 February in Uzalo.

“Nkunzi gets buried alive while Sibonelo gets a bullet to his head,” reads the teaser.The March teasers also confirm that his parents, Nkunzi (Msiza Masoja) and Gabisile (Baby Cele), will mourn his passing.Monday 4 March: “Nkunzi leans into culture to help him come to terms with the loss of his son. Gabisile feels isolated in her time of grief.”

 

Wednesday 6 March: “Nkunzi struggles to deal with Sibonelo’s passing.”

Mncube joined ‘Uzalo’ in 2018, playing the role of Sbonelo, who arrived as a medical doctor but fell into criminal activities.

A few months ago, the Daily Sun reported that the actor had submitted his resignation to the production and would be leaving.Stained Glass Productions confirmed that the popular actor will be leaving the most-watched soap opera in the country.

Veteran actor Mme Florence Masebe has joined the popular SABC 1 educational soap opera Skeem Saam. She will temporarily replace the character of Meikie, which was portrayed by Harriet Manamela and will be replaced until the end of season 12.

The character of Meikie is to be temporarily replaced due to unforeseen circumstances, according to inside sources.The decision came about after Harriet Manamela needed to be placed on sick leave for an extended period of time. Manamela’s last scene for the season will air on April 5, 2024.From May 15th, 2024, the character of Meikie Maputla will be played by Florence Masebe.

Veteran actress Mme Florence Masebe joins #SkeemSaam on
@Official_SABC1 The character of Mekie to be temporarily replaced. The character which was portrayed by Harried Manamela will be replaced until the end of season 12.Florence Masebe is a South African actress, known locally for her role in the series Muvhango.She is a veteran actress and film producer who rose to fame with her appearances in Generations and Rhythm City.Florence has risen to be an advocate of justice and equity in the entertainment industry through lobbying for amendment of laws to protect South African artists.Florence Masebe scooped a shot at television through an Urban Brew initiative termed ‘Electric Workshop’. She began playing roles in children programs and comedy in the year 1993.

Skeem Saam fans react to Meikie’s replacement.
Hoping for a speedy recovery for Harriet, who has absolutely killed this role for many years. And welcome to the incomparable@FloMasebe it’s always a delicious treat to see you on our screens. ❤️

@SBUMPUNGOSE
Wishing Mme Harriet Manamela a speedy recovery. She is a talented ICON whom we love on our screens so much!

@LELOE_M
Not good rather give Mme Flo permanently

@JTEISHI

A broken-hearted mother guilt-trips a man into giving her information. Jojo’s high is swiftly knocked down. Ndumiso puts two and two together.
Wednesday 14 February 2024
Episode 229

Our young couple finally have their big day, oblivious to the storm that’s coming to shake up their union. A musician encounters an obstacle. Mlungisi is the bigger man, but it seems his appearance is a solo one.
Thursday 15 February 2024
Episode 230
Tlhogi tries to defuse a hand grenade. Love finally wins and it’s brought home. A distant father suspects his ex of tampering with his passion.
Friday 16 February 2024
Episode 231
A surprise guest disrupts festivities with alarming news. Jojo creates a new partnership for a bright future. A suspect is too intoxicated to make a statement.
Monday 19 February 2024
Episode 232
Nhlamulo backtracks on a promise and Vuvu pushes for a confession. Mdala is taken aback by what Jojo’s been up to. Chillax’s big spenders for the day are surprising customers.

Well-known South African star, Generations: The Legacy actress Refilwe Madumo aka Fikile’s age was revealed as she celebrated her birthday on 11 February.

 
Refilwe Madumo remains one of the main characters in Generations: The Legacy, with her Fikile Maponya role.

Over the years, Refilwe had been the talk among South Africans, but only a few knew much about her age. She is portrayed on the show as a young medical doctor in her late 20s.This had made many fans believe that Refilwe is below 30, but they were all wrong. Sharing the news of her birthday, Refilwe did not disclose her age but only wished herself well.The talented actress was born on 11 February 1989 and has been celebrating her 35th birthday. Refilwe was born in Pretoria, South Africa, where she showed her acting talent as a kid.

She attended junior and secondary school until she attained her Bachelor of Arts in Technologies and Dramatic Arts from Tshwane University of Technology. After that, she went straight into acting and played roles in many top drama series. She was part of top drama series like Rhythm City, Scandal, Mamello, and Omen.After the Generations: The Legacy star Refilwe Madumo wished herself a happy birthday, many fans pondered her age.

@Tiko: “You look so young; l wonder how old you are, Fikile.”

@Shonisani Masutha “Happy birthday to you gorgeous wishing you the most incredible new season❤❤”

@SamelaTyelbooi “Happy birthday, beautiful!!! I hope you’ve had a most blessed one, and here’s to many more’ ”

@Hlengiwe Pearl “My sweetheart happy birthday pretty mom with beautiful boys ❤”

@Kwelagobe Sekele “Happy birthday, Refilwe. Blessings and blessings.”

@king pin ping “You are ageing like fine wine, girl. May God bless you more to look younger and younger.”