Hey there, soapie fans! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself glued to the screen for your daily dose of drama from ‘Uzalo’ and ‘Skeem Saam’. These shows have become staples in South African television, and any rumor about their time slots being changed is bound to send fans into a frenzy. So, what’s the scoop on the recent reports claiming these beloved shows are being rescheduled? Let’s break it down!
Recently, it was reported that ‘Uzalo’ might be shifted to a 19:30 timeslot, with ‘Skeem Saam’ allegedly moving to 20:30. Sounds like a whole lot of chaos, right? But hold your horses! The SABC has officially squashed these rumors, and we can all breathe a sigh of relief. Mmoni Seapolelo, acting head of communications at SABC, stated that the programming team constantly reviews their shows to align with audience demands, and there’s no truth to the claims about rescheduling either of these shows.
Seapolelo made it clear: “It is not true that Uzalo and Skeem Saam are going to be rescheduled in other time slots.” This is good news for fans who rely on their nightly fix of drama and transformations happening in KwaMashu and Turfloop. SABC is more interested in enhancing its content mix and catering to the diverse needs of its viewers, so it looks like our favorite soapies will remain where they are for now!
But the buzz doesn’t stop there. There’s been some chatter about the SABC’s recent performance at the SA Film and Television Awards (Saftas). Seems like not everyone was thrilled with how things played out! ‘Uzalo’, South Africa’s most-watched show, left empty-handed at the awards, which surely must have stung a bit. On the flip side, ‘Skeem Saam’ racked up four awards, including one for Elizabeth Serunye, who finally snagged a win after being nominated five times for her role as Jacobeth Thobakgale. Can you say well-deserved?
Elizabeth learned about her win while taking a break from her phone, but when she finally got the news, it must’ve been a whirlwind of emotions! And let’s not forget Nonkanyiso “LaConco” Conco, who took home the Best Television Presenter award, and Thembinkosi Mthembu, who was awarded Best Actor for his role in ‘Shaka iLembe’. Mthembu isn’t slowing down either, as he’s currently juggling multiple projects, proving that hard work truly pays off.
So, whether you’re passionately defending your favorite character or catching up on episodes, rest assured that ‘Uzalo’ and ‘Skeem Saam’ are safe in their current slots for now! The SABC is focused on enhancing your viewing experience, so keep those remotes at the ready because the drama is far from over!
