Skeem Saam fans are anxiously waiting for actress Flo Masebe’s debut as Meikie Maputla.
FLO MASEBE: DEBUT
The SABC1 soapie, Skeem Saam announced on Monday, 13 May that Florence Masebe will debut on the show on Wednesday, 15 May.
“Florence Masebe will be playing the character of Meikie Maputla. Debuting on the 15th of May and throughout the remainder of season 12,” says the show.
This comes after actress Harriet Manamela, who played the first Meikie Maputla was placed on sick leave. Masebe will temporarily replace Manamela, whose last scene for the season was on the 5 April 2024.
Sunday World reports that Manamela has recovered from her hip surgery and is ready to return to the show.
Manamela also thanks Masebe for responding to the call of duty when she was asked to step in for her on the soapie.
“To my dearest sesi Florence Masebe ‘ngwana Manamela’ as you fondly call me. You responded to the call of duty and did what you know best.
“Being one of SA’s powerful performers, we definitely are looking forward to enjoy your episodes and your strong abilities to bringing characters to life.
“I humble myself before you sis Flo and say ‘Kea leboga sesi. (thank you my sister)’.”
SABC revealed in February that Manamela would be absent from the show due to ill health.