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Relebogile Mothapo brings the drama in her 'Skeem Saam' debut
The Star
|November 24, 2025
MZANST’S favourite soapie, Skeem Saam, is opening doors for young talent after the production announced that a new character, Jacqui Monama, portrayed by Relebogile Mothapo, is gracing our screens and bringing even more drama.
In a statement shared by the soapie, the 15-year-old shared that being a part of the beloved soapie is a dream come true for her.
“I’ve always wanted to tell stories that make people feel something. Being part of Skeem Saam is a dream come true”
The soapie shared that the rising star, who hails from Hweleshaneng, Ga-Mphahlele in Limpopo, made her debut last week.
Skeem Saam further shared that Mothapo will play Melita Monama’s (Hellen Motsuki’) teenage daughter, who is a smart, outspoken, confident and sharp girl who grew up without her parents.
This story is from the November 24, 2025 edition of The Star.
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