At 63, the veteran Skeem Sam Actress Dieketseng Mnisi, affectionately known as Mantuli, has married again, this time in a traditional ceremony that caught the attention of fans and colleagues.
Dieketseng Mnisi, best known for his role as Nontombi Mantuli Seakamela in the popular South African soap opera Skeem Samrecently exchanged vows in a traditional wedding ceremony, complete with lobola talks.
On her Instagram account, this happy moment was shared by her friends. Skeem Sam actress Innocent Chipa Sadiki, who plays Sthoko in the series. Sadiki revealed the happy news of Mantuli’s wedding, highlighting the presence of several Skeem Sam Actors at the ceremony included Amanda Manku (Lizzy) and Lerato Marabe (Pretty).
Pictures from the traditional wedding, posted on Instagram, showed beaming smiles and a radiant bride, Dieketseng Mnisi, dressed in an exquisite gown, prompting warm congratulations and well wishes from fans. Among those in attendance were Mantuli’s on-screen family members, Lizzy, Sthoko, Pretty and Sadiki’s twin sister, all dressed in their finest.
Dieketseng Mnisi’s marital journey has seen its share of twists and turns. Previously married to a man identified as Jabu Nkosi Chirwali, the couple ended their marriage in 2005 after two decades together. Following the divorce, Dieketseng remained private about her personal life until her recent marriage in 2024, the identity of her new partner is yet to be revealed.
While Dieketseng Mnisi and her first husband welcomed two children during their marriage, their identities have not been revealed. However, the actress fell in love again, with her partner affirming their commitment through lobola negotiations, culminating in their traditional wedding.
Social media has been abuzz with admiration and support for Dieketseng Mnisi’s decision to remarry at the age of 63, with many praising her for proving that age is no barrier to finding love and happiness. Her story has inspired countless individuals, reaffirming the belief that love knows no bounds and that hope will last forever, regardless of age.
Fans react to Dieketseng Mnisi’s traditional wedding:
“@sweetheartnani: Nna ke badile Matric ka 1996 skat I’m too old godirwa setlaela ke ditlaela tsa social network rotlhe reale iti le dom academically le street smart esa le ising gope next time innosadiki kopa a botse potso ya math kere re bones wae nepa na domkop”
“@karabo: Hope has been revived, I tell you, congratulations Mantuli”
“@nancy: It’s never too late ngwana mma”
“@mirandabhesi: Congrats Mantuli kayi1 I think Sonti is the twin on the right wearing the black or navy dress. She looks so much like Sonto”
“ @alletan Congratulations makoyova Kanto ayivisa u Lizzy yeke”
