Masego Seemela

Johannesburg

Senior Journalist at Sowetan

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Articles

'It's very sad' - Dingaan Khumalo on Muvhango ending after 28 years

3 days ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela

Actor Dingaan Khumalo is bidding farewell to his beloved role as James Motsamai. In 2001, then fresh-faced Dingaan Khumalo joined Muvhango, which first aired in 1998. Over the past 23 years, the 47-year-old actor has become a household name playing James Motsamai. After 28 years, the trailblazing Tshivenda soapie will conclude in August. Khumalo tells Sowetan of his pride at being cast, his sadness at the show ending, and memories of its warm-hearted cast. How do you feel about the cancellation?
EXCLUSIVE | Malik Yoba on playing Connie Ferguson's love interest in Kings of Jo'burg S3

4 days ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela

American actor Malik Yoba is in SA for the Kings of Jo’burg premiere. US actor Malik Yoba will shake things up in the new season of Kings of Jo'burg as Connie Ferguson’s love interest. The 57-year-old, known for his acting credits in New York Undercover, First Wives Club, Why Did I Get Married? and Empire will attend the premiere of the Netflix series in Johannesburg on Friday.
DJ Sbu on how he's still on top of his game

1 week ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela

For more than two decades, DJ Sbu's name has remained on people's lips – whether as a TV and radio broadcaster, musician and branching out into business. Real name Sibusiso Leope, along the way, he has come back from public scandals and controversies. He said his listeners have grown with him over the years. "It’s been amazing. My listeners on Radio 2000 are the grown version of the listeners I had at YFM years ago, I called it the “grown YFM”.
Shaka iLembe newbie, Sikhanyiso Sithole: 'God has guided me in my acting career'

2 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela |Veli Nhlapo

Budding actor Sikhanyiso Sithole is one of the new faces joining the second season of Shaka iLembe. A new chapter of Shaka iLembe is loading and breakout star Sikhanyiso Sithole will make her mark in the drama series next month. The 25-year-old rising star describes joining the second season of the Mzansi Magic show as Princess Hletjiwe as a dream come true. Sowetan gets to know more about the breakout star:Who is Sikhanyiso Sithole?
Khanyisile Ngwenya on winning Savanna Comics’ Newcomer Award, being the next big thing

2 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela

In honour of Africa Day this Sunday, SMag's latest digital cover celebrates the magical power of comedian Khanyisile Ngwenya, who went for gold at the 12th Annual Savanna Comics’ Choice Comedy Awards. The Soweto-born comedian is fresh off winning the coveted Savanna Newcomer Award last month. Ngwenya has been living with osteogenesis imperfecta, a rare genetic disorder that makes bones thin and brittle.
'A BET nomination means I'm on the right path' - Maglera Doe Boy

2 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela

Rapper and songwriter Maglera Doe Boy talks fame, BET nod and plans for his future. Maglera Doe Boy is not focused on chasing rap stardom but rather rewriting the local hip-hop lexicon through his poetic lyrics paired with cinematic visuals. The 31-year-old from Kanana township in North West is receiving his biggest career recognition at the 2025 BET Awards, where he is nominated for Best New International Act, won by Limpopo dance queen Makhadzi last year.
Lawrence Maleka re-lives the thrill of meeting Tom Cruise

2 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela

Actor Lawrence Maleka opens up about his recent Mission Impossible-infused trip in London, where he met American actor Tom Cruise. Lawrence Maleka never imagined in his wildest dreams mingling with Hollywood leading man Tom Cruise. Fast-forward to last Thursday at the London premiere ofMission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning,and Maleka was rubbing shoulders with the leading man.
Siyabonga Shibe talks on success, longevity on the small screen

2 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela |Oupa Bopape

Seasoned actor Siyabonga Shibe. Seasoned actor Siyabonga Shibe claims the key to longevity on the small screen is moving with intention and ignoring the flashy lifestyle that comes with the craft. For more than 20 years, Shibe has showcased his deep-rooted authenticity, skill and wit with each character he’s portrayed, giving viewers some of the best household names to grace local TV screens.
Kaylow to finally release his collab song with late DJ Sumbody

3 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela

Singer-songwriter Kaylow talks about his journey to recovery after car accident last September. Kaylow’s world changed in an instant last September when he was left temporarily wheelchair-bound after a horrific car accident. In an exclusive interview with Sowetan, the 37-year-old musician has opened up about how he had to go through multiple medical procedures, including hip surgery.
Side Dish actor Amanda Seome to hit the big time on Shaka iLembe next month

3 weeks ago | sowetanlive.co.za | Masego Seemela |Veli Nhlapo

Fresh-faced actor Amanda Seome in a month will shake things up on the much-awaited second season of Shaka iLembe. The 30-year-old from Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, joins the star-studded cast as Ntombazana, a fierce and calculative daughter of King Zwide (played by Wiseman Mncube). While Shaka iLembe is her biggest role yet, Seome has also appeared in Side Dish, Lokshin Bioskop, Inkwekhwezi and How to Ruin Christmas. Sowetan gets to know Seome. Sowetan: Tell us more about Ntombazana?