Lerato Marabe Celebrates NFTA Nomination

Skeem Saam actress Lerato Marabe is celebrating an exciting career milestone after receiving a nomination at the National Film & TV Awards South Africa 2026.

The actress has been recognised in the Best Supporting Actress in a TV Series category for her performance in the popular television drama Skeem Saam. Sharing the news with her followers, Lerato expressed her gratitude and called on her supporters to help her secure the award through public voting.

In her announcement, the actress shared her excitement about the recognition and encouraged her fans to show their support.

“Hey my beautiful people! I have some exciting news…… Your girl has been nominated for a NFTA Award.! Oh what an honour and I’m so grateful. Now I need your help to bring it home. Please click on the link, follow the prompts and cast your vote for me. Every single vote counts and I appreciate all the love you guys have been showing me.”

The nomination marks another special moment for Lerato, who has spent many years entertaining viewers through her portrayal of Pretty Seakamela on Skeem Saam.

Lerato joined the show in 2011 when she was only 11 years old. Over the years, audiences have watched her grow up on their television screens while following the different chapters of Pretty’s life. Having portrayed the character for 15 years, she has become a familiar and much-loved face among the show’s viewers.

Her storyline has also featured memorable romantic moments, including her on-screen marriage to Lehasa Maphosa, played by fellow actor Cedric Fourie. Their characters’ relationship became one of the storylines viewers followed as the drama continued to unfold.

Now, Lerato has another reason to celebrate as she looks forward to the upcoming awards ceremony. Her nomination recognises her work on a production that has been part of her acting journey since childhood.

The fourth annual National Film & TV Awards South Africa (NFTA SA 2026) is scheduled to take place on 19 November 2026 at the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace, near Johannesburg.

Public voting is currently open on the awards’ official website, giving Lerato’s supporters an opportunity to participate in the process. As she celebrates this achievement, the actress is hoping that her fans will rally behind her and help bring the award home.

Fans who want to support Lerato Marabe can cast their votes on the official National Film & TV Awards South Africa website. Public voting opened on 19 October and will close on 17 November 2026 at 12 noon, giving supporters a limited time to help their favourite stars win.