‘Umkhokha: The Curse’ Cast and Crew Members Unpaid Due to Cashflow Issues, SA Disappointed

The Umkhokha: The Curse cast and crew members have allegedly not been paid their October salaries

This is reportedly due to a cashflow issue that the production house, Rhythm World Productions, is facing

South Africa is disappointed by this news, saying this has become a norm in the acting industry

Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela has announced that the cast members of the hit Mzansi Magic telenovela Umkhokha are yet to receive their October salaries.

More on Umkhokha’s financial constraints

Blogger Phil Mphela took to X to share the daunting news of cast and crew members having to wait even longer for their salaries.

“No payment for Umkhokha cast & crew. According to a letter sent by Rhythm World Productions yesterday to Umkhokha – The Curse cast and crew, October 2024 salaries will be delayed.

The production company says it has cash flow challenges and will pay once they have received funds.”

In a letter sent out to the team, the COO stated that monies would be paid once funds were reflected in their bank accounts.

“This memo serves to inform you of a delay in the end of October payments due to challenges with cash fiow. Please be advised that payments will be effected as soon as the funds are received.

“Kindly accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused. We further note the level of stress at the late notification may cause.”

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