Here are five interesting things you need to know about, The River 1Magic’s Jessica Sithole (Nyakallo). South Africa has been crying for the entertainment industry to be opened up to fresh new talent. The outcry is slow being heard as TV lovers have since been introduced to brand new talent, that has been making an impact.

Award-winning Telenovela The River has recently introduced new actress Jessica Sithole to the cast who plays the role of Nyakallo on the show this year, and she has already shaken up the storyline. Nyakallo is the niece of popular character on the show Sis Flora, played by Tinah Mnumzana.

The character made it to the trends list, because she has become the wife to Zweli (Hlomla Dandala), who is Lindiwe’s (Sindi Dlathu) husband and he has married her without a prenuptial contract. The scene trended on Twitter, and the masses loved it.

Here are a five facts about the actress you should know:

1. Jessica Sithole is a 22 year old actress from Bloemfontein.

2. She is a drama and theatre arts graduate.

3. Jessica is also a model.

4. The actress is known for winning the Miss Glamorous Free State in 2017.

5. Jessica began acting while in grade 10, and she is inspired by American actress Taraji P. Henson.

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