Rhythm World, the production company producing Umkhokha: The Curse’ reveals actor Nay Maps, who portrays the character of Siphamandla Mthembu has not been written out of the Mzansi Magic telenovela.

NAY MAPS: SIPHAMANDLA DISSAPEARS
Entertainment commentator, Phil Mphela reports that the former Uzalo star Nay Maps is still shooting with Umkhokha: The Curse.

Mphela tweeted on Friday, 5 January: “To those who’ve been sending questions about Nay Maps leaving the show, I have received confirmation that the actor is still with the show.”

“Rhythm World, the production company producing the show, has confirmed that the actor is still shooting the show. I can’t give more details as that will be disrespectful to the show as a spoiler, but you will be seeing the actor for a while this year, at least.”

Rumours of Maps’ departure from the show began when his pastoral character, Siphamandla Mthembu disappeared and never returned from “ritual mountain”.

The TVSA Umkhokha: The Curse Thursday, 4 January teaser reads: “Umkhululi has not returned. Fear and hope run side by side when Siphamandla doesn’t come down from the mountain.”

The Friday, 5 January teaser also reveals that his late father will take him away: “Mthembu takes Siphamandla away from this world.”

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South African soccer star Thembinkosi Lorch can’t seem to catch a break when it comes to social media users and his love life. The Orlando Pirates star just headed online to share a snap of a young woman which appears to be his “baby momma” Natasha Thahane, and is once again being grilled.

According to soccer fans, the player doesn’t perform well when he gets romantically involved with Natasha.

Thembinkosi Lorch is arguably one of the country’s most popular soccer players.

Millions of fans put their hope in the star who plays for Orlando Pirates as an attacking midfielder.

This is why they also keep a close eye on everything he does to make sure that their hope is in a responsible and physically fit player.His love laugh — and relationship with actress Natasha Thahane — is particularly interesting for many of his fans.

A few days ago, he posted a snap of Natasha enjoying a nice dip and almost instantly trended.

Skomota is making headlines after his old video before fame made rounds on social media. The now-viral video has since thrust him into the top trends. Undoubtedly, the viral sensation has been living big in the backdrop of his newfound fame.

He has been booked and busy and made a fortune from his bubbly character that has wowed many.

The post left many convinced that he was destined for greatness. Before his thrust into the limelight, he doubled as an MC and headlined several local events in Limpopo.

Skomota’s old video dancing has gained thousands of comments and reactions since it dropped on X, formerly Twitter. Fans flooded the comments section with their two cents.

@PHUMUPRINCE commented, “He didn’t mushroom out of nowhere. He has always loved dancing and making people happy.”

@ndhlovumusa posted, “Skomata believed on himself. Hard work pays sheem.”

@FirstMakhubela commented, “The signs were there 😂😂😂😂.”

Muvhango fans took to social media on Thursday to celebrate the return of Mulalo and Matshidiso in the SABC2 soapie.

‘MULALO AND MATSHIDISO RETURN’
Entertainment commentator Phi Mphela reports that fan-favourite actors Buhle Samuels and Sydney Ramakuwela, who played Matshidiso and Mulalo have returned to the soapie.

“Buhle Samuels returns to Muvhango. Buhle returns to the SABC soapie as the seductress Matshidiso. New character, Manditi, plays a very pivotal role in the reintroduction of Matshidiso in the new season storyline.”

“Sydney Ramakuwela returns to Muvhango. The Royal outcast makes a return to our screens. Mulalo’s return from Mauritius gives off the idea that the prodigal son has indeed returned,” tweeted Mphela.

Entertainment commentator Jabu Macdonald reported in December that SABC2 soapie Muvhango has been renewed for season 25.

TVSA reported in October and November that the show is the most-watched TV show on the channel with over 1 million viewers.

Zimoja reported in November that actors and crew from the soapie were left frustrated as they have reportedly not been paid since September before production break.

A source from production told the publication that actors and crew are about to lose their homes and cars due to non-payments.

“We have been on a production break since September and have still not been paid our salaries from before we went on a break. We are not getting any answers, which shows that we work like slaves at the hands of someone respected in the showbiz industry.”

Muvhango spokesperson Ndumi Mdletshe refused to comment on the matter when she was contacted by the publication.

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South African musician Big Zulu — real name Siyabonga Johannes Nene — recently left his fans gushing over him after he shared a sweet post about completing the house he promised to build for a Newcastle mother and her children. Taken to Instagram, the artist shared that the house has finally been completed and the family now have a home again.

Many in the comment section sang his praises while asking God to bless him for the good deed.

Big Zulu just put a huge smile on the face of an impoverished Newcastle family.

The musician initially promised that he will assist in building them a home and has just made good on that promise.

Taking to Instagram, the rapper shared a video of himself buying all the building materials, planning with the construction workers and even getting the mother and her children some groceries.

“Thank you as we promised that we will build a house for a mother and her children to live well 🛖here it is finished🙏🏿I would like to thank everyone who helped make this a success and contributed to so that mother and children can have a warm home 🛖Thank you so much Newcastle municipality,” he captioned the clip.