Pearl Thusi loses her “Behind The Story” job – Check out who is replacing her

The new season of BET’s “Behind The Story”, will see a new host take the reins of the popular show.

Nomalanga “The Flame” Shozi will take over from Pearl Thusi as the new host when season 5 premiers next month.

”I’m super excited to challenge myself in this next step of my journey as a seasoned presenter in the industry.

“This platform that BET Africa has empowered me with is going to give our viewers a different side of me.

“You have never seen Nomalanga like this before. Mama Pantha, I’m grateful for your legacy and I’ll keep the fire burning,” said Shozi.

The new season of BET’s “Behind The Story”, will see a new host take the reins of the popular show.

Nomalanga “The Flame” Shozi will take over from Pearl Thusi as the new host when season 5 premiers next month.

”I’m super excited to challenge myself in this next step of my journey as a seasoned presenter in the industry.

“This platform that BET Africa has empowered me with is going to give our viewers a different side of me.

“You have never seen Nomalanga like this before. Mama Pantha, I’m grateful for your legacy and I’ll keep the fire burning,” said Shozi.

“Congratulations to Nomalanga on her expanded role as the new host of Behind The Story, we are proud to spotlight and elevate black girl magic on the continent through BET Africa platforms,” said Monde Twala, senior vice-president and general manager for ViacomCBS Networks Africa and Peer Lead, BET International.

In season 5, Shozi will pick up a local celebrity guest for an intimate drive, where they will visit and explore significant locations and venues together during the interview.

Guests will include former minister Malusi Gigaba’s estranged wife, Norma Mngoma, who recently dished dirt at the Zondo Commission; popular rapper and Lootlove’s former partner, Reason; and KwaMashu’s platinum-selling artist and Osama hitmaker Zakes Bantwini.