In a heartwarming update, beloved “Scandal!” actress Joyce Skefu recently shared her journey to recovery after suffering a stroke in March 2022. The news of her health scare had prompted an outpouring of well-wishes from concerned fans, who had eagerly awaited her return to the screen.
In her candid post, Skefu expressed her profound gratitude for her survival, thanking God and acknowledging the many surprises that life can bring as we navigate the path towards eternity. The actress poignantly reflected on the aspects of her life that she had missed during her recovery, including her work on the popular television series and the pre-COVID era. Skefu’s resilience and positivity in the face of adversity have undoubtedly inspired her loyal fanbase, who are no doubt eagerly anticipating her triumphant return to the small screen.
Skefu continued to thank her followers:
"Hello loves, I miss you, miss work, miss the period before Covid, this shows that life has many surprises as we journey to eternaty, can you believe that as our Spirit matures so is the world. Many will not see these coins and their value, but the Lord new about it before we were there, hold on to the truth we confess. Thank you for your consistant support, my health is improving daily. Love wins"
Joyce Skefu, a renowned South African actress, is best known for her portrayal of the late Sandy Mokoena, who played the character of Eddie Khumalo on the e.tv soapie Scandal!. Skefu’s co-workers on Scandal! and Muvhango have expressed their well-wishes for her speedy recovery after she survived a stroke, and the good news is that she has been discharged from the hospital.
Skefu is also well-recognized for her roles as Fumane in Mzansi Magic’s Abomama seasons one and two, Moipone in SABC2’s drama Lithapo season one, and her breakthrough role as Doris Mokoena in Muvhango. The iconic actress is particularly remembered for her portrayal of Maletsatsi Khumalo in Scandal!.
Considered one of the best actresses in South Africa, Skefu’s absence from the screens due to her illness has been felt by her fans. However, the good news is that she is expected to return to the sets of Scandal! before the end of this year, with her return scheduled for 2024. The Scandal! producers are working with Skefu at her own pace, allowing her ample time to fully recover.
Skefu’s return to Scandal! is highly anticipated by her fans, who have grown to love her portrayal of a caring, loving, and churchgoing person. As a leader, parent, and advisor in the show, Skefu’s character has become a beloved figure, and viewers are eagerly awaiting the fresh and lovely storylines that the show has in store for her.
