Somizi’s baby mama Palesa Madisakwane joins Isibaya

Actress Palesa Madisakwane is making a comeback to TV.

Palesa who has a daughter with TV personality Somizi Mhlono-Motaung, is joining Mzansi Magic’s telenovela Isibaya.

Madisakwane who was part of the now defunct Generations is said to have started shooting on Friday.

“We are not sure how long she will be staying in the soapie as the producers are bringing in more new faces.

People are beginning to question the storyline of the soapie and the viewers are dropping slightly. Change and new faces were needed.” the source said.

According to another mole, Madisakwane will play the role of Dr Rose Shongwe.

“Its not a big role. She will be there for a certain period. This is why I’m not in a position to disclose how long she will be staying with Isibaya.

“Its good for her to make a comeback as e know that acting is her first love.” the mole added.

Madisakwane has appeared on SABC1’s Generations and Gaz’lam

She also featured on etv’s Ashes to Ashes, where she played the role of Thandeka,

Palesa was also a former news ancho for ANN7 before the Gupta-owned news channel went out of business.