The SABC 1’s educational soap opera ‘Skeem Saam’ shocked viewers this week when they revealed the news that fan-favourite child actor Lethabo Thangoane who has been playing the role of ‘Pitsi Maputla’ has been replaced.
Skeem Saam recasts the role of Pitsi Maputla: Meet the New Face of the Iconic Role
Unexpectedly, Lethabo Thangoane, the adored child actor who has been Pitsi Maputla on Skeem Saams for a number of years, has been replaced. Lethabo Matsetel, who will take over as Pitsi on September 2, 2024, was recently revealed by the SABC1 soap opera star.
Introducing the New Pitsi As *Skeem Saam*’s plot develops further, there is a change in the cast. Pitsi’s on-screen parents, Mogau Motlhatswi (who plays Mapitsi Maputla) and Hungani Ndlovu (who plays Thabo “Tbose” Maputla), recently welcomed baby Oratile, played by Realeboha Khotle, into their family. The 13th season of the show promises to be exciting for viewers as they follow this new family of four as they move into a new home and start over.
Meet the New Pitsi
As Skeem Saam’s plot develops further, there is a change in the cast. Pitsi’s on-screen parents, Mogau Motlhatswi (who plays Mapitsi Maputla) and Hungani Ndlovu (who plays Thabo “Tbose” Maputla), will soon welcome Baby Oratile, played by Realeboha Khotle, into their family. The 13th season of the show promises to be exciting for viewers as they follow this new family of four as they move into a new home and start over.
Audience Says Goodbye to the Old Pitsi
On Tuesday, August 27, viewers of the well-liked soap opera reacted to the casting shift by posting their opinions on social media. Others made light-hearted and amusing remarks in response to Thangoane’s departure, while some expressed sentimentality:
– **@crazythatoo** quipped: “Bathong, what did the old Pitsi do to get fired? Did he finish all the food on set?”
– **@bbygalrea** joked: “Next thing you know, Charles will demand a new Benjy and Mmakwena.”
– **@PalesaS_** expressed: “So firstly, they changed Tbose and now Pitsi? Iyoh, mare.”
– **@KhumaloDanica** noted: “Couldn’t they teach the old Pitsi to speak? Being fired so young is…”
– **@KhajoAMG** commented: “The old Pitsi couldn’t understand English ya the new Tbose.”
– **@WarLoveStories** pondered: “I wonder how they break the news to the young chap. How it feels for him to watch *Skeem Saam* with the new Pitsi?”
– **@BetaXR** lamented: “They left Lehasa and let go of Pitsi who was just eating his food and not bothering anyone. I am sick of the *Skeem Saam* people!”
September Spoilers for ‘Skeem Saam
TVSA Skeem Saam’s September teasers reveal a dramatic month for the program. Lizzy’s mother, Jacobeth (Elizabeth Serunye), will be released from prison, while Lehasa, played by Cedric Fourie, is scheduled to go to jail. Another plot twist is that Pretty Seakamela (Lerato Marabe), Lehasa’s fiancée, is about to be kicked out of his flat. Toby (Sicelo Buthelezi) and his mother also risk being kicked out of their home, and shortly after that, Toby’s trial is set to commence.
As Skeem Saam keeps delivering intriguing story lines that keep viewers interested, fans and followers are excitedly awaiting these developments.
As the show prepares to introduce these changes, the legacy of Pitsi Maputla will be carried forward by the new young talent, Lethabo Matsetela, bringing a fresh dynamic to the beloved character. Only time will tell how this casting change will affect the show’s narrative and fan reactions.
Catch Skeem Saam; every Monday to Friday at 19:30 on SABC 1.