“Mapaseka Koetle Sets the Record Straight: Not Leaving Scandal”

If you’ve been scrolling through social media, you might have stumbled upon some eyebrow-raising rumors that Mapaseka Koetle—a.k.a. our beloved Dintle Nyathi—is leaving the hit soap opera, Scandal!. Well, sit tight, because I’m here to spill the tea and set the record straight: those rumors are completely fake!

Mapaseka joined the cast of Scandal! back in 2013, and boy, has she made a splash! Dintle started off as a troubled young lady, navigating a whirlwind of drama—from being abandoned by her mom to contending with a challenging daughter, and even dating her own father (yikes!). Fast forward to today, and Dintle has grown into a powerhouse media mogul, capturing the hearts of viewers along the way.

But let’s face it, Dintle’s journey has not been a walk in the park. This character has faced her fair share of hurdles, from dodging murder attempts to battling addiction. Just when it seemed like she was finally on the path to success, enter Busisiwe—her latest nemesis—who is making Dintle’s life a living hell, and some speculation suggests that things could turn deadly between them. Fans were understandably up in arms about these developments, fearing it would be too soon for Dintle to be killed off, especially since she’s one of the central characters of the show.

Given that Scandal! has already seen the exit of another fan-favorite character, Nhlamulo Maseko (played by Mathews Rantsoma), losing Dintle too would be a massive blow to the show’s dynamic. Thankfully, sources close to the production have confirmed that there’s absolutely no truth to the rumors of Mapaseka exiting the series. “She is not leaving the show”

As one of the standout stars of Scandal!, Mapaseka has not only entertained us but also inspired many with her journey. Born on March 23, 1989, in Bloemfontein, Free State, she’s a multi-talented actress, businesswoman, and blogger. Her efforts even landed her a spot on the 2018 Forbes Africa “30 Under 30” list—talk about girl power!

So rest easy, Scandal! devotees—Dintle isn’t going anywhere just yet. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for a few more wild and exciting plot twists from her character, because one thing’s for sure: where there’s Dintle, there’s drama!