E.tv’s soapie, Imbewu: The Seed, denies reports that actress, Phindile Gwala, who plays the role of Fikile Bhengu was fired.

The soapie told Daily Sun that the media reports are false and that Gwala left the show to pursue other interests.

The actress made headlines last week when it was reported that she was fired for being incompetent. Imbewu’s publicist, Eugene Cele told the People’s Paper:

 
“The reports are false. She left to pursue other career interests.”

“There is no bad blood between us, just grown, and we wish her well with her future endeavours,” said Eugene.

Cele did not confirm how or when the actress will exit the popular soapie at this stage.Sources close to former Isibaya actor, Muzi Mthabela, who plays the role of Menzi on Imbewu: The Seed have confirmed the actor has also left the e.tv soapie.

According to City Press, Mathabela exited Imbewu as he was becoming increasingly frustrated with his Casanova role.

The publication reported the role did not sit well with his personal life, as he is a devoted Christian church.

The actor also auditioned for a role on SABC1’s soapie, Generations: The Legacy but his move to the show did not work out as another actor got the part.

He stated that he is not leaving Imbewu: The Seed on a sour note and that he is grateful for the opportunity.

I don’t trust this Menzi guy, he is too good to be true Mathabela may have auditioned for the new role that actor, Yonda Thomas bagged on Generations: The Legacy last month, although he did not confirm which role he was auditioning for.

Entertainment commentator, Phil Mphela, confirmed last month (18 October) that former Isidingo star, Yonda Thomas, who played the role of Detective Majola has joined the SABC 1 soapie.

Makhadzi’s Hilarious Comeback Sparks Laughter Amid Africa Music Festival UK Chaos

In a surprising turn of events, South African music sensation Makhadzi has responded to the recent controversy surrounding her remarks about Zimbabwean artist Winky D, infusing humor into the situation.The tension arose after Makhadzi accused Winky D of sabotaging her performance at the Africa Music Festival UK by exceeding his allocated time. This led to a clash of opinions on social media, with Winky D’s fans vehemently defending their artist.

Makhadzi, known for her wit, took to Facebook to address the situation playfully. Writing in Shona, she amusingly said, “Zvinonetsa mabatiro anokuita vanhu kana urimutorwa Havazive ndiri mwana wevhu,” which translates to “It’s difficult to understand what people say when you’re not a native.

 
I am a child of the soil.” This clever response not only diffused tensions but also showcased Makhadzi’s cultural connection with Zimbabwe, leaving fans amused.In a follow-up post addressing body-shaming comments about her nose, Makhadzi maintained her humorous approach, jokingly considering cutting it off to silence critics. The playful response has left fans eagerly awaiting Makhadzi’s next moves, turning the controversy into a source of entertainment in the South African and Zimbabwean music spheres.Jorges Mendes, recently appointed as the CEO of Cell C, has urged the communications regulator Icasa to uphold the current favorable wholesale call rates that benefit Cell C. Mendes emphasized the importance of maintaining these rates, which provide Cell C with a competitive edge against larger competitors like Vodacom and MTN.

Cell C, having transitioned away from operating its own radio access network, relies on the asymmetry in wholesale mobile call termination rates (MTRs) to connect subscribers to cellphone towers. Mendes highlighted the significance of continuing this arrangement for at least the next five years.

Addressing past mistakes, Mendes acknowledged Cell C’s errors, particularly a decision to raise call termination rates during its launch. He refuted claims that high termination rates were beneficial in the company’s early days, emphasizing that Cell C was a net payer to its competitors, hindering its market establishment.

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Mendes urged Icasa to maintain the current structure, with asymmetry allowing smaller players favorable MTR treatment. He emphasized that the wider the gap between smaller operators and larger players, the better it is for Cell C’s competitiveness.

The plea underscores the ongoing complexities in the telecommunications industry, balancing market dynamics for fair competition.

Rags to Riches: The inspiring story of House of Zwide star actress Winnie Ntshaba

From rags to riches, this best describes the life of one of House Zwide’s leading actors, Bawinile (Winnie) Ntshaba. Winnie Ntshaba plays the role of Faith Zwide on House of Zwide, a South African soapie that has kept viewers glued to their seats. Winnie Ntshaba is a lady who has risen from the dust and is now a popular figure in the acting industry. She has also acted in popular soapies, including Generations.Winnie Ntshaba’s Biography

Winnie Ntshaba was born on the 1st of September 1975 in Eshowe, Kwazulu Natal. She grew up in a low-income family where she would use cooking oil as lotion due to her family’s poor status. However, Ntshaba did not allow her low-income family status to stop her from achieving great things. She took inspiration from her sister, one of the two graduates in the village she grew up in, to take her education seriously.

She got married to Thabo Modise in 2007 and got divorced in 2014. She has one child with Modise, and instead of being pessimistic about love and marriage, she has remained hopeful. In her own words, she said her next relationship should be forever and that she is now wiser, knows better, and knows how to handle things. Her mother’s death in 2017 has also shaped her perception of life. She says, “living to impress people at the expense of own happiness is not worth the ride.”Winnie Ntshaba rose to fame

Winnie Ntshaba started her acting career with small gigs from 2000 until 2005 when she was cast as a supporting actress alongside Leleti Khumalo in the film Yesterday. She became a lead actor in Shred and dreams after receiving positive reviews for her role in the film Yesterday. In the same year, she audited for the role of Khethiwe Buthelezi in the SABC 1 series Generations, of which she got the part. Her role in Generations made her rise in the acting industry until 2015 when she was fired along with 16 other leading actors. The firing was due to their alleged illegal strike for better salaries, contract extensions and royalties from rebroadcasted episodes.Two years later, she appeared in Mzansi Magic’s The Road and in 2018, she got the lead role of Mam’Ngandi on The Herd. She also played the role of Mam’lihle on isThembiso. In 2022 she got the lead role on etv’s House of Zwide as Faith Zwide.

Winnie Ntshaba’s story is one which her fans can gain lessons from. From remaining positive regardless of life’s misfortunes to the rewards that come to those who work hard to achieve what they want. Winnie is not only an actor, but she is also a voice-over artist, influencer, founder of The Royalty Soapie Awards and motivational speaker. We can expect to see more from Winnie Ntshaba in the future.

Well-known South African influencer Mihlali Ndamase’s man, Leeroy Sidambe has reportedly been dodging the taxman for a year.

According to Sunday World, Sidambe owes the South African Revenue Service (SARS) almost R30 million.SARS is said to have applied for a court order at the Johannesburg High Court to force the businessman – who owns a security company called Sakhile Ezweni Group – to settle his bill or his assets with be attached and sold.A letter was reportedly sent to Sidambe on 17 October, stating that he should cough up R29 955 350.74. In the letter, it is revealed that he initially owed R24 million, however, it has since accumulated.The Zimbabwean-born businessman’s financial woes do not end there. In September, Sunday World reported that he had been ordered by the court to pay spousal maintenance and accommodation rent for his estranged wife.

It was reported that Sidambe’s estranged wife obtained a court order at the Johannesburg High Court.In her argument, she said that because her ex can afford to shower Mihlali with luxury gifts and vacations, he can afford to pay spousal maintenance to the amount of R156 000.

The wife further reportedly argued that the businessman is paying for the social media personality’s up-market cluster house in Bryanston, which is said to be more than the R100 000 he pays for the bond of their marital home.In another argument for her R156 000 maintenance bid, the woman claimed that the couple had spent several nights at a 5-star hotel in Mexico which costs about R28 693 per night out of season.

“In a picture from Ndamase’s Facebook profile, uploaded on or about December 5 2022, Ndamase is seen reading a book while surrounded by eight Louis Vuitton shopping bags, displays a Louis Vuitton handbag with a further three-year Yves Saint Laurent shopping packages in the background,” read the papers.

The court order was also to force Sidambe to return the luxury Range Rover Vogue Autobiography he had bought for the wife and later allegedly gave it to Mihlali.

Popular Mzansi star, award-winning singer Zahara, real name Bulelwa Mkutukana, has reportedly been hospitalised and is receiving treatment at a Johannesburg hospital after falling ill.

Sources have told Zimoja that the Loliwe hitmaker was initially admitted to a medical ward, but later transferred to Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as her condition became worse.“Her liver is severely scarred and she may need a liver transplant,” said one source.According to another source, her family has left the Eastern Cape to get with her in Gauteng.

“They are also holding prayer vigils for her to get better in both Joburg and East London, where she comes from.”

Her fiancée, Mpho Xaba, is also said to be supportive.

Another source told the publication that Zahara is running low on funds for medical tests, as she allegedly does not have comprehensive medical aid coverage.When her manager, Oyama Dyobisa, was contacted for a comment, he refused to demand to know who the sources were.In 2019, Zahara was hospitalized for the same health issue.

At the time, her manager confirmed that she had spent her festive season in hospital after the doctors told her family that her liver was severely damaged.