SABC Responds as Pimville Unpaid Salaries Controversy Deepens — Who’s Lying?
Honey, the drama unfolding on Pimville isn’t confined to the screen anymore — it’s erupted into real life, leaving us utterly SHOCKED. SABC 2’s brand-new telenovela is on the brink of disaster after cast and crew have been left waiting for their April paychecks.
Stars such as Gail Mabalane, Thapelo Mokoena, Keke Mphuthi, Jesse Suntele, and Matli Mohapeloa — yes, THOSE stars — have reportedly been at home without pay while those in charge pass the blame around. The cameras? Off. The atmosphere on set? Explosive.
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Pimville Payment Crisis: Who’s Really Telling the Truth?
Things are getting deliciously complicated, darlings. The SABC has come out swinging, with spokesperson Vee Mthembu asserting that the broadcaster has settled every cent owed to the production company Bakwena Productions — run by Rashaka Muofhe and Kagiso Modupe.
According to the SABC, it’s Bakwena that’s in breach of contract, not them. But hold on — executive producer Rashaka Muofhe reportedly sent a WhatsApp message to the entire Pimville cast and crew on 4 May, essentially acknowledging that the money troubles are linked to disputes with the SABC.
So someone is not being truthful, and we need to find out WHO. The SABC claims it’s dealing with the situation. Bakwena insists it’s working things out. Meanwhile, those who actually show up to perform are left broke and frustrated.
A source close to the production didn’t hold back. “This guy is playing with our lives,” they exclaimed, adding that some crew members have already quit — and others are considering following suit. And honestly? Can you blame them?
SABC 2 Faces Potential Blackout — And Thursday Is Already a Concern
This is the part that should send every TV executive into a panic: SABC 2 is reportedly down to its very last Pimville episode, set to air on Wednesday, May 7. For Thursday? There seems to be nothing ready. Nada.
The channel is allegedly crossing its fingers that Bakwena will provide footage in time — but if that doesn’t happen, they’ll be scrambling to fill the slot with something else entirely.
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This is not a drill, folks. A primetime slot on a national broadcaster may go dark because two parties can’t settle their debts. South African television, we deserve better than this turmoil!
The SABC has confirmed it is looking into “alternative production solutions” and has already met with the Pimville cast — which, let’s be honest, feels like damage control in a very costly outfit.
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They’ve also stated they won’t comment further since legal processes are now involved. And this isn’t the first instance — back in March, filming was halted for an entire day over the same payment disputes before everyone was persuaded back to set. History repeating itself, anyone?
We’ll be keeping a close eye on this situation. Share your thoughts in the comments — are you Team SABC or Team Bakwena? And more importantly, is Pimville even worth all this hassle?
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