Scandal actress Mokokobale Makgopa has gushed over dark-skinned actresses in the industry that have broken barriers and made it easier for her to pursue her dream of acting.
Mokokobale, who plays the role of Selewa on the hit E.tv soapie, says representation in the industry was important, especially for those who could feel marginalised because of their skin tone.
"Something amazing happens when you watch stories...
Growing up, actress Mokokobale Makgopa was shy to speak her mother tongue, Khelobedu, out of fear of being isolated or seen as different. Now her love for the Northern Sotho dialect has seen her grab the attention of SA in a role on hit TV show Scandal!
Khelobedu is spoken by the Balobedu tribe in parts of Limpopo and is one of several Northern Sotho...
