Skeem Saam actress Vele Manenje looks almost unrecognisable in new photos after losing over 30kg since March 2024
Bulelwa Hoala

South African actress and TV personality Vele Manenje has stunned fans after posting new photos showcasing her dramatic weight loss.
In the pictures, taken outside the SABC Studios in Auckland Park, Manenje is dressed in a trendy outfit that sparked a flood of comments from followers praising her incredible transformation.
Manenje’s weight-loss journey isn’t new. It’s been over a year since she first shared on Instagram her decision to take control of her health.
In March 2024, she revealed she chose to make a change when she realised her ankles, knees, and back were struggling to carry her weight.
She consulted with the Waterfall Weight Loss Clinic by A.Z Surgeons, where she underwent a gastric balloon procedure.
Manenje also worked with a dietician and committed to a consistent exercise regime, resulting in a weight loss of more than 30kg.
“Friday was finally the day for my extraction surgery as per the frames, and I am proud to say that I have lost close to 30kg while on this programme with all the things implemented above,” she wrote on Instagram.
“I must say that I thank God for this rollercoaster of a journey. Nothing has ever challenged me the way this has and still does. I look forward to carrying on with all the new ways of living a healthier life and to challenging myself even harder from now on,” she added.
Despite the challenges, Manenje continues to share her commitment with fans.
“I won’t lie, ziyalila kwa weight loss, but I’m enjoying committing to myself every day and watering myself to become the best version of me. I’m glad to walk this journey with my personal trainer ‘Punisher Yomkaba’ @sanele_fitness ,” she captioned a recent post.
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Manenje is currently thriving in her roles as Evelyn Maswahla on Skeem Saam and Momo on DiepCity.
Her emotionally charged performances have earned her widespread respect and admiration from fans.
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