Veteran actress Florence Masebe is set to take over the role of Meikie Maputla on Skeem Saam.
Veteran actress Florence Masebe is set to take over the role of Meikie Maputla on Skeem Saam.
Veteran actor Mme Florence Masebe has joined the popular SABC 1 educational soap opera Skeem Saam. She will temporarily replace the character of Meikie, which was portrayed by Harriet Manamela and will be replaced until the end of season 12.
Veteran actor Mme Florence Masebe has joined the popular SABC 1 educational soap opera Skeem Saam. She will temporarily replace the character of Meikie, which was portrayed by Harriet Manamela and will be replaced until the end of season 12.
The character of Meikie is to be temporarily replaced due to unforeseen circumstances, according to inside sources.The decision came about after Harriet Manamela needed to be placed on sick leave for an extended period of time. Manamela’s last scene for the season will air on April 5, 2024.From May 15th, 2024, the character of Meikie Maputla will be played by Florence Masebe.
CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎥
AdvertisementVeteran actress Mme Florence Masebe joins #SkeemSaam on @Official_SABC1 .
The character of Mekie to be temporarily replaced.
The character which was portrayed by Harried Manamela will be replaced until the end of season 12. pic.twitter.com/6IHsqIpUBl— Entertainment (@TvblogbyMLU) February 14, 2024
Florence Masebe is a South African actress, known locally for her role in the series Muvhango.She is a veteran actress and film producer who rose to fame with her appearances in Generations and Rhythm City.
Florence has risen to be an advocate of justice and equity in the entertainment industry through lobbying for amendment of laws to protect South African artists.Florence Masebe scooped a shot at television through an Urban Brew initiative termed ‘Electric Workshop’. She began playing roles in children programs and comedy in the year 1993.
Skeem Saam fans react to Meikie’s replacement.
Hoping for a speedy recovery for Harriet, who has absolutely killed this role for many years. And welcome to the incomparable@FloMasebe it’s always a delicious treat to see you on our screens. ❤️
Wishing Mme Harriet Manamela a speedy recovery. She is a talented ICON whom we love on our screens so much!
Not good rather give Mme Flo permanently
CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT 🎥
Veteran actress Mme Florence Masebe joins #SkeemSaam on @Official_SABC1 .
The character of Mekie to be temporarily replaced.
The character which was portrayed by Harried Manamela will be replaced until the end of season 12. pic.twitter.com/6IHsqIpUBl— Entertainment (@TvblogbyMLU) February 14, 2024
