Actress Lesego Marakalla is leaving SABC1’s drama series, Skeem Saam.

Lesego, who has been part of the show since day one playing the role of Rachel Kunutu, has taken a break from the show and has gone back to school full time.In a statement, the award-winning actress said she will miss her Skeem Saam family.

“I have been with the show for eight years and I have created some good friendships and memories,” she said.Lesego, who is taking a break from the industry, is not sure whether she will return or not to the entertainment industry.