Sihle Ndaba and Leleti Khumalo exit Uzalo

Sihle Ndaba who plays Smangele Maphumulo and Leleti Khumalo who plays MaNzuza leave the popular SABC1 drama Uzalo.

According to reports, Leleti, who plays the KwaMashu’s matriarch MaNzuza, is handing over the reins but says she’s grateful to have played character like MaNzuza.

SABC 1 has announced that the 4th season of this riveting show will begin in February 2018 and will continue to deliver entertaining storylines to its audience. Uzalo will also be introducing a new solid cast that will consist of people like Baby Cele headlining the list.

“Leleti and Sihle have been such an incredible part of the Uzalo story and journey and will always be part of the family. They have been such a joy to work with and alongside the SABC, we are happy to have been able to create a platform where they could showcase their talents so captivatingly. We wish them well in all their future endeavours.” – said Pepsi Pokane, the series Executive Producer.

According to the production house, Stained Glass Productions, Uzalo needed a revamp, “Uzalo made a few changes and Sihle’s character was written off.

“I’m grateful for the platform the show provided for me to bond with the viewers, and for my fans who have been a part of my journey over the years – Leleti said.

She further added, “while this hasn’t been an easy decision for me as an artist, it’s time for me to move on and grow professionally in other areas.”

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