Actor Hungani Ndlovu has expressed deep gratitude after Skeem Saam achieved a record-breaking viewership milestone, pulling in over 4.5 million viewers during the first week of February 2026.
Ndlovu, who portrays the beloved character Thabo “Tbose” Maputla on the SABC1 soapie, took to Instagram to share an emotional message reflecting on the achievement and the dedication required to produce a show of this magnitude.
A Tribute to the “Unsung Heroes”
While celebrating the impressive numbers, Hungani emphasized that the success belongs to the entire collective effort behind the camera. He took the opportunity to spotlight the “unsung heroes” who make the nightly broadcast possible.
“Thank you to the audience for welcoming these stories into your homes,” he wrote. “I extended appreciation to the drivers, catering staff, the cleaning crew, the makeup department, and every department that builds the world before we ever step into frame.”
Gripping Storylines Driving Success
The surge in viewership is largely attributed to the gripping storylines and dramatic twists that have kept audiences glued to their screens every evening at 19:30.
Hungani offered fans a glimpse behind the scenes by posting photos from various sets, including dramatic shoots at the Atlantis Dunes in Cape Town, showcasing the massive scale and dedication involved in the production.
