Mogau Motlhatswi Quotes

My character on Skeem Saam has granted me a lot of opportunities to work with organisations that are rooted in helping the needy, and I realised how people don’t only need money, they need to find themselves

To be clear, no, this does not mean I think there is any excuse for a man, especially a black man (because I expect greatness from black men) to harm a woman or a child in any way

All I’m saying is take the time to look at the good men around you even though they might not be perfect. Look at them and think about the good they have done for you and other women and children. Look at them and realise the trauma that comes with being a black man in this world, I’m not saying it’s worse than being a black woman. I still think being a black woman is worse, but their struggles are not easy

Don’t get too angry with them when they don’t understand our struggles, but keep trying and telling them how they can help. Black people won’t win any fight without each other. Let’s start reminding ourselves of that cold fact

At the time, Mapitsi and I were kind of immature and she took some irrational decisions, sometimes thinking similarly as the real me, but everyone could see she was destined for greatness. She has grown into an amazing woman who uses her writing to find peace and justice. I am using the platform to help people find themselves

There is a silent war against black women and black men being in happy and healthy relationships, in safe relationships. All I ask is that you remind the good black men around your that you know they are not the predators, but also tell them how they can help. The good ones will listen and soon they will have the strength and courage to do more for other women outside of their circles.

I started with the drama series before it even got the name [Skeem Saam]; my family also didn’t believe it was real because the producers kept on postponing the premiere date. I never gave up; I so wanted to be part of this