Skeem saam actress, Mogau Motlhatswi (Mapitsi) announces her pregnancy.

Skeem saam actress, Mogau Motlhatswi (Mapitsi) announces her pregnancy.

Mogau Motlhatswi, known for her role as Mapitsi Maputla on the famous SABC1 soapie Skeem Saam, is starting off the new year with a wonderful announcement: she’s expecting her first child.

The lovely actress announced the happy news to her fans in a stunning image posted on her Instagram account on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2024. In the image, she radiated pleasure and appreciation, captioned it: “Thank you God for 2024. #HappyNewYear #2024.”

The announcement soon won over her fans and fellow actors, who flooded her comment section with messages of love and congrats. The Skeem Saam community and the South African entertainment industry were quick to celebrate Mogau’s blessed occasion. Amanda Manku, her Skeem Saam co-star, expressed astonishment and joy, adding, “Wait…what????” Congratulations, mommy.

Lunathi Mampofu, famed for her part in The River, also expressed her best wishes, saying, “God bless you! I’m very happy for you, my love.”

Mapitsi Maputla, Motlhatswi’s character on Skeem Saam, has long been a fan favourite. She plays the wife of Thabo “Tbose” Maputla (Hungani Ndlovu) and mother of two children. While Mapitsi’s on-screen journey is well-known, Mogau’s real-life revelation gives viewers a look at a new and exciting chapter in her personal life.

This joyous news has added a particular touch to the beginning of 2025 for both the actress and her fans, who are eagerly awaiting updates as she embraces motherhood. Congratulations to Mogau Motlhatswi on reaching this fantastic milestone!