The popular SABC1 soapie Skeem Saam is no stranger to drama—and this time, it’s hitting close to home for one of the show’s beloved characters. Alfred Magongwa, played by Putla Sehlapelo, has been hit with a painful blow: his on-screen wife Celia has officially served him with divorce papers.
In a shocking twist, Celia didn’t deliver the papers herself. Instead, she sent them via her aunt, leaving Magongwa devastated. He had been hopeful that her departure was temporary, but the latest news confirms otherwise. Celia has moved on with her life—and is preparing to remarry another man. Her decision not only breaks Magongwa’s heart but also leaves their family fractured, especially as she leaves behind both her husband and children.
Meanwhile, back in Turfloop, more emotional turmoil brews within the Maputla household. Mapitsi’s life has taken a drastic turn for the worse. Following an affair, her husband Tbose told her to leave their marital home. Though he later asked her to return, it was not a gesture of forgiveness. Instead, he brought her back only to mistreat her.
Mapitsi’s woes are compounded by her strained relationship with her mother-in-law, Meikie, who has also been treating her harshly. Once a respected radio presenter, Mapitsi is now working at the Maputla Supermarket. The drastic change in her circumstances has sparked gossip and laughter from those who once admired her, as she now struggles to regain her dignity.
In Uzalo territory, the ever-scheming Mbatha is back at it again. Known for bouncing back from difficult situations, he appears to be plotting another money-making scam. This time, he is pretending to have been assaulted by Councillor Khuse. To sell the lie, he walks around wearing a fake, bloodied bandage to gain sympathy from the community. Mbatha, who has spent the past year struggling to rebuild his life, is now banking on this deception to change his fortunes. The question remains—will he actually get away with it?
Adding to the list of transformations is Sbu, another Uzalo character whose life has taken a surprising spiritual turn. After experiencing a personal awakening a few months ago, he’s now pursuing a path as a pastor. Fans are eager to see how his faith journey unfolds and whether it will mark a true turning point in his character’s arc.
From heartbreak and betrayal in Skeem Saam to scheming and redemption in Uzalo, these local soapies continue to deliver the drama that keeps South Africans glued to their screens.