Fun Facts About Skeem Saam’s John Maputla Who Used To Be A Petrol Attendant – Real Life
John Maputla is one of the most-loved characters on SABC 1’s Skeem Saam. He is a university lecturer/businessman. His life is family orientated as well as of service to his community.
SABC Education describes his character as, “A lot of pressure was put on him as a kid to succeed, and he never disappointed his parents. He became one of the most celebrated lecturers in his community. He wants the very best for his children and will not tolerate anything less than an excellent academic performance from them. He’s a loyal husband and dedicated father. He’s the sort of person you wouldn’t mind facing a crisis with.”
The man behind the no-nonsense character is actor Africa Tsoai. Africa has acted in Mokgonyana Matswale as well as Bophelo ke Semphekgo. Mzansi Soapies & Teaser put together a list of interesting facts about the actor. Check them out below.
He Is Younger Than He Looks
Africa was born on July 4, 1967. He is 53-years-old. Many would-be forgiven to think that he is way older.
He Was Born In God’s Window
The actor was born in Graskop in Mpumalanga – not far from the place popularly known as God’s Window. He later relocated to Bushbukridge. His parents stayed in Soweto.
He Is A Family Man
Just like his character of John Maputla, Tsoai is a family man. He is a father of four and a dedicated husband.
He Worked As A Petrol Attended
At one point the actor used to work as a petrol attendant in Johannesburg. He wanted to a lawyer but couldn’t fulfil his dream because his parents didn’t have the means to take him to school.
He Used To Be A Model
Before the fame, he used to model for brands. He was also a photographer.

His Favourite Actress
In an interview with Pearl Modiadie on Zaziwa in 2016, Africa revealed that Lydia Mokgoloshi, who plays Koko Manthsa, is his favourite South African actress.

Priddy Ugly turns 29 today and many of his fans have taken to their social media to celebrate the day with him.The star have come a long way in the entertainment industry for years and he has dominated his talents to show hoe great he is at what he is doing.

On the other hand, Priddy recently became the Label Executive of Global African Soundz (GAS) in partnership with Staylow
However, let’s take a look at few things about the star:

Priddy Ugly whose real name is Ricardo Moloi is a South African rapper born in Luanda, Angola on 2nd April 1992 who was raised in Meadowlands, and later in Kempton Park, South Africa.
When he was just 15 years, he competed in the St. Peter’s National Dance Tournament. He went on to win the Best Male Dancer award. He later proceeded to join other dance groups where he also won.
He went on to join the Krunk Era, a boy group that later renamed itself to Blaque.
In 2010, Priddy was signed to Aviator Management as a solo artist. A good number of his first releases were featured on The Take Off as a compilation album by Aviator Management artists, back in 2012.
In the same year, he released The Ugly Truth which was the mixtape that went on to become his debut as a solo artist.
Priddy is married to South African actress, Bontle Modiselle.

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Muzi Mthabela is a renowned South African actor stealing the hearts of Imbewu viewers as he plays the ravishing Menzi. His egress from Isibaya catches fans on the hop but all is in favour for Imbewu viewers as he joins the intriguing drama series.

As we religiously watch him on our small–screens it is his flair that captivates the eye. Having punched above his weight and battled alcoholism, he continues to serve inspiration to youngsters. Muzi Mthabela Biography (Age, Wife, Children, Net worth, Alcohol

Addiction, Imbewu).How does Muzi Mthabela’s acting career start
His dreamy eyes would have easily made his sermons a delight to congregants. Unfortunately his dream to become a Catholic priest is set aside when he decides to join show business.After graduating in 1999 he relocates to Johannesburg in search of greener pastures. Muzi’s unmatched flair lands him quite a number of television roles and he has never stopped wowing us from the day he steps into the spotlight.

Proving he has a knack for the arts, the actor ventures into editing. This sees him working on the following shows:

1. Bone of My Bones
2. City Ses’la
3. Gaz’lam
4. Jacob’s Cross
5. Mina Nawe
6. Rolling with Kelly
7. Rolling with Zola
8. Skwizas
9. Tempy Pushas
10. Usindiso
11. Zola 7
12. Zone 14

Actress Portia Ncwane is making her comeback on e.tv telenovela Imbewu: The Seed after a two-year hiatus.

Portia played Sli Ngwenya in 2018 before she went to represent Mzansi in Washington DC, and focused on theatre and film.

Though she was excited to be back, she said it was a difficult decision to make because her former colleague had died.

The 28-year-old from Newlands East, north of Durban, said Imbewu: The Seed had called and told her that her character would be coming back to the screen.
“It feels good to be back on screen. It was difficult to go back without my close friend Enhle Gambushe, who died in a car accident in 2018,” she said.

“We were close while acting on Imbewu: The Seed and outside.
“Going back on set felt like I’d see her again. But life and work must go on, although it’s difficult.”Portia said she’d nail her character to honour her late friend and keep viewers glued to their screens.

“My character, Sli, is a talkative person who always wants to be heard and respected.

“She’ll be getting closer to the arrested lady pastor kaMadonsela to test her relationship with the Bhengu family.

“Sli and I are different, but we share the fact that I also stand for what I believe in.”

In 2019, she left Mzansi for the USA after scoring a big opportunity to be part of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, held at the University of Delaware.

“I toured many places, like New York, while working in the country’s art industry. I came back last year and did my one-woman theatre play called The Journey of Growing Pains, staged at the Durban Playhouse. It was about the pains of growing up and celebrating life,” she said.

Portia has acted on Uzalo and on the film Love Lives Here. She is also a professional dancer and founder of Portia Ncwane Foundation, which uplifts the youth in terms of art.

SHE experiences no harmony because of her babazala and doesn’t have the foggiest idea what to do. 
 

Things got so terrible she even moved house to move away from him, however he discovered her and will not let her be. 

this is on the grounds that Joseph Mokoena (62) accepts he ‘adores’ this poor makoti, Mapaseka Mokoena, and needs to be with her. However, Mapaseka considers him to be a dad figure and doesn’t need him.

She disclosed to Daily Sun her significant other passed on three years prior and Joseph began to hit on her a year later. “I was stunned and irate when he previously moved toward me,” she said.

“He disclosed to me I’m an excellent lady and he was satisfied with how I treated his child.”

The 38-year-old from Orlando in Soweto said she revealed to him she never needed to hear this again, yet Joseph disclosed to her he’d give her chance to consider the big picture.

“I disclosed to him I was 100% certain I would not like to be with him. He made it clear he will not abandon us and said he envisioned about me and realized that his progenitors affirmed,” she said.

Mapaseka said she even moved out of her home, yet her babazala figured out how to discover her.

“I don’t have the foggiest idea how he discovered where I resided. This enraged me since I left as a result of him,” said Mapaseka.

She took steps to open a body of evidence against him, yet he wasn’t dissuaded.

“He remained away for a very long time, and when he returned he disclosed to me he’d go to a sangoma if fundamental,” she said.

Mapaseka at that point included relatives, and her babazala eased off for a year however disturbed her once more.

“I don’t have a clue what to do any longer. I don’t see how this man figures he can be with me,” she said.

“He’s old. I’ve generally considered him to be a dad figure.”

Yet, madala Joseph said he genuinely cherishes Mapaseka.

Said the affection stricken Joseph: “I attempted to avoid her, yet I long for her and can’t quit pondering her.

“I realize that my late spouse would endorse of this relationship.

“I love the individual she is and the manner in which she regards her family.

“She treated my child with delicate love and care and I need that, as well.”

He said he’d attempt to remain away, yet couldn’t vow not to see her sometimes.

Joseph’s sister, Catherine (58), said she likewise didn’t have the foggiest idea what to do.

“I addressed him a few times and he vowed to let her be,” said Catherine.

“I even proposed Mapaseka get a controlling request against him since he will not tune in.”