Katlego Sekhu
Popular SABC drama Skeem Saam has confirmed lead actor Harriet Manamela’s return date after she was away for the better part of season 12.
Harriet Manamela, who plays the character Meikie Maputla, was temporarily replaced by Florence Masebe due to extended sick leave.
Over a month ago, she informed the public that she had fully recovered following hip replacement surgery.
“I had a hip replacement surgery beginning of the year hence I was given a break from shooting. Thank you to everyone for wishing me well even though there was no clear explanation why I had to be off the screen & production had to find a sit in for me. Your support and wishing me well humbles my heart & you all much appreciated. Now that production is on a shooting break it’s more time to enjoy seeing people & catching up My family as always my strength is derived from your love. My colleagues checking up on me as often as you do melts my heart and to my friends taking moments to enjoy the sunshine with me, ” priceless.”
Manamela will return on August 2, 2024, to play the character of ‘Meikie Maputla’.
The seasoned actress thanked Florence Masebe for standing in for her during her absence.
“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.”
Skeem Saam is currently in Season 13 with new storylines.



