Popular Mzansi businesswoman, and reality TV star, Shauwn “MaMkhize” Mkhize shot up trends list on Tuesday after the airing of her interview on Carte Blanche where she addressed allegations of being a convicted fraudster.

 

 

 

In an attempt to set the record straight, the reality TV star and businesswoman sat down with journalist and presenter Govan Whittles who presented her with evidence that showed she was charged and convicted for fraud in 2005 and had an expunged record.

In the interview, MaMkhize maintained her innocence, denying all allegations.

“All I can tell you is my record is clean and all I can tell you is I have never been charged in my personal capacity for fraud,” she said.

“[In] 2012 was not fraud, it was tax evasion. [In] 2005 it was because of the income tax number but I don’t want to dwell on that and it wasn’t me in my personal persona, it was the business. I have never been charged with fraud in my personal persona, not once.”

X users reacted to the interview and weighed in on the allegations.

While some said this was an attempt to tarnish the name of a successful black businesswoman, others deemed it a career suicide interview, and others laughed at her evasive answers.

“MaMkhize thought she’s was going to a podcast ka Penuel. She didn’t expect she’d be dealing with investigative journalists,” one X user wrote.

“I don’t know whose idea it was to allow MaMkhize to do this interview with Carte Blanche. Her lawyers were even present and they couldn’t stop the interview when they see their client getting bodied,” another user wrote.

Linda Sokhulu was born in Durban, South Africa, and grew up in Umlazi. She attended St. Anne’s Diocesan College in Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal, from 1990 to 1993 before continuing her education at Cambridge College in Durban, where she matriculated in 1994. Initially, Sokhulu pursued fashion design at Natal Tech for two years but discovered her true passion for acting during a workshop at the Natal Playhouse.
Career

 

 

 

 

 

 

Linda Sokhulu’s acting journey began with her involvement in theatre productions. She participated in plays such as Schools Macbeth and Izwe Lezathini with the Play House, as well as children’s theatre productions like The Sky is Red and A Doggy Tale. Her dedication to the craft led her to pursue a career in television.
In 2004, Sokhulu made her television debut and quickly made a name for herself in the industry. She portrayed the vibrant and sassy ex-hooker Cleo Khuzwayo on the popular soapie Generations. Her memorable performance caught the attention of audiences and industry professionals alike. She further solidified her place as a talented actress with her portrayal of the cut-throat lawyer Nikiwe Sibeko on the SABC3 series Isidingo and as Ziyanda, a radio executive with an ancestral calling, on Rhythm City.
Sokhulu’s talent extends beyond television, as she also ventured into film. In 2013, she starred in the feature film Felix, where she played the role of a mother to an aspiring teenage saxophonist. Her remarkable performance garnered critical acclaim, earning her nominations for Best Actress at the SAFTA and Africa Movie Academy Awards. Felix also received accolades at the Durban International Film Festival, solidifying its status as a remarkable production.
In 2024, Linda Sokhulu is set to star in a new Mzansi Magic series called Killer Front Page.
Contributions Beyond Acting
In addition to her acting career, Sokhulu is a respected coach. She shares her expertise and nurtures young aspiring actors at the Market Theatre Laboratory. Sokhulu’s dedication to mentoring the next generation of performers is evident through her coaching work, which she embarked on alongside her friend Pamela Wolfman.
Filmography
Throughout her career, Linda Sokhulu has been a part of several notable television series and films, including:
– Isidingo
– Generations (2004-2007)
– A Place Called Home (2006)
– Ubizo: The Calling (2007)
– Shreds and Dreams (2010, 2014)
– Felix (2013)
– Rhythm City (2019)
– Umkhokha (2021)
– 7de Laan (2022)
– Grown Woman (2023)
-Killer Front Page (2024)

Popular South African actors, Muzi Mthabela and Ronnie Nyakale are taking a lengthy hiatus from Generations: The Legacy to pursue other projects.

Muzi, who plays the role of Nkosiyabo Cele can be seen on Generations: The Legacy until June 5, and Ronnie, who has played the role of Cosmo Diale since 2017, can be seen until August 28.

The production team wished the actors all the best.

“We would also like to take this opportunity to wish Muzi Mthabela, who plays Nkosiyabo Cele, and Ronnie Nyakale, who plays Cosmo Diale, well in their upcoming projects,” read the statement.

“These stalwarts of the show will be on an indefinite hiatus as they pursue other avenues for creative expression. We are sure they will only achieve success as the talent and dedication we have become accustomed to serve them going ahead.”

Award-winning actress Didintle Khunou has joined the soapie and is expected to make her debut on the screen from mid-June.

Do You Know Her?
This is Mariam Makeba alternatively known as Mama Africa. Born in1932 to Swazi and Xhosa parents in South Africa. She was forced to marriage at 17 years. The marriage turned to be abusive prompting a divorce.

 

 

 

 

Having great vocals, she started singing anti-apartheid songs earning her a global recognition. In 1959, she featured in the film “Come Back Africa” and later on relocated to US where devoted her time to music and recorded her first complete album. In 1977, she released her song “Soweto Blues” which hit global waves. She’s a renowned mistress of Afro Pop music. In 1990 after abolition of apartheid government, she returned to South Africa where she featured in the film SARAFINA.
Listen to her interviews and you’ll know the treasure she was, she is and she’ll forever be.
In her absence, her music remain the best. In her absence, her interviews displays her intelligence. In her absence, we know why she’s known as Mama Africa. She died in 2008 during a concert in Italy out of heart attack.
Africa’s rich talents
The first African to win a Grammy.

The acclaimed South African actor Wiseman Mncube has officially joined the cast of the popular television drama ‘Smoke and Mirrors’. Mncube’s addition to the show promises to inject a fresh dynamic into the plot, captivating viewers with an intriguing twist that keeps them on the edge of their seats. As fans eagerly anticipate his debut, speculation abounds about the role he will play and how it will impact the existing narrative.

Mncube’s acting career has been marked by powerful performances and a commanding on-screen presence. His roles in past television series and films have demonstrated his ability to portray complex characters with depth and authenticity. This talent for bringing nuance to his roles makes him a perfect fit for ‘Smoke and Mirrors’, a show renowned for its intricate storylines and multifaceted characters. His arrival on the scene is expected to add new layers to the drama, creating even more suspense and anticipation among the audience.

Rumors suggest that Mncube’s character might be connected to one of the show’s central mysteries, possibly serving as a catalyst for a dramatic shift in the storyline. Fans are eager to see how his involvement will affect the relationships between existing characters and whether he will become an ally or an antagonist. With Mncube’s history of delivering compelling performances, there’s no doubt that his addition will elevate ‘Smoke and Mirrors’ to new heights of drama and excitement.In an interview, Mncube expressed his enthusiasm about joining the series, noting that he has long admired the show’s unique approach to storytelling. He hinted that his character will bring a unique perspective to the ongoing plot, contributing to the show’s already substantial emotional depth. With the audience’s curiosity piqued, it’s safe to say that the next episodes of ‘Smoke and Mirrors’ are not to be missed.