Mathews Rantsoma, the talented actor who brought the character of Nhlamulo to life on e.tv’s popular soap opera *Scandal!*, has bid farewell to the show. Rantsoma’s exit follows a series of misunderstandings with the show’s directors, marking another significant departure after the recent firing of fellow actor Melusi Mbele and, earlier, Nomvelo Makhanya, who played Lindiwe.

 

Rantsoma’s decision to leave *Scandal!* stems from his dissatisfaction with how the show’s directors handled the firing of his former co-star, Nomvelo Makhanya. Makhanya’s departure, which she revealed was due to a toxic work environment, deeply affected Rantsoma. He expressed that he could no longer stay with the show under such circumstances, stating that he felt the directors’ treatment of Lindiwe was unacceptable.he departure of Rantsoma, who has been a fan favorite, has left viewers saddened. His character, Nhlamulo, has been integral to many key storylines, and his absence will undoubtedly be felt. Rantsoma has thanked his fans for their support throughout his tenure on the show and looks forward to future endeavors.

The management at *Scandal!* has yet to comment on Rantsoma’s departure. However, this latest exit continues to raise questions about the working environment behind the scenes of one of South Africa’s most-watched soap operas.

As Mathews Rantsoma moves on from *Scandal!*, his fans and colleagues will undoubtedly miss his presence on the show. His departure marks the end of an era for Nhlamulo’s character and adds to the growing list of notable exits from the *Scandal!* cast.