Bulelwa Hoala

Skeem Saam has announced the return of actors Lesego Marakalla and Macks Senatla who are set to reprise their roles as on-screen couple Rachel Kunutu and Marothi Maphuthuma in June 2025.
This follows their exit from the show in June 2020 after the original slay queen, Rachel, pulled a fast one on Marothi and left Turfloop after framing him for murder and stealing a substantial amount of his wealth.
According to a statement, viewers will quickly discover that Rachel has been mixing with the wrong crowd, associating with “Lord of the Flies” (played by Archie Nhlapho) and the troublesome, dangerous “Ghost,” a new character played by South African TV personality Tshepo “Howza” Mosese.
Rachel and Ghost’s business will be revealed from the 13th of June 2025.
Speaking on her return, Lesego said, “It feels good to be back. It is not only about me but is also about my supporters who appreciate my craft. They have been asking me when I will be returning to Skeem Saam, and I’m happy to say that they will see me back on-screen playing Rachel very soon.”
Meanwhile, Marothi Maphuthuma has been on a frantic search for his estranged wife Rachel since she pulled a heist on him. Now that Rachel has returned to Turfloop, will Marothi avenge himself or reconcile with Rachel?
“I am very excited to be back, and I look forward to telling more compelling stories,” Senatla said in a statement.
As the SABC 1 Sepedi drama gears for its season 13 finale, viewers are in for a treat with an unexpected twist.
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