GOMORA actress Zinzi Nsele has learnt a lot from the show and believes people will too.
Zinzi plays Ms Madikizela, a teacher at Gomora High School who has children with Bongani.
Her baby daddy on the show is now married to Zodwa, played by Sannah Mchunu.
The Eastern Cape-born star told Daily Sun usually when couples break up, kids are affected.
“Separations between parents are never easy, especially for the kids. Viewers will remember that Ms Madikizela did not accept Zodwa and Bongani’s relationship. She went as far as using the kids to destroy their relationship. But after some time they ironed out their differences. Ms Madikizela accepted Zodwa as the leading lady in Bongani’s life. Eventually, she gave them her blessings to get married,” said Zinzi.
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According to Zinzi, the storyline shows the importance of co-parenting in blended families.
“We live in a society where most children are raised by single parents or by step parents. So, this storyline reflects our society and families. It also shows that children can benefit from co-parenting,” she said.
She said that in her observation, when parents break up children are often forced to choose between them.
"This is traumatic for children and it could lead to more problems. I’d say this storyline is not just entertaining but it is educational. As an actress I’ve also learnt a lot from Ms Madikizela and I’ve grown. Through acting I’ve walked in her shoes, I’ve experienced her pain and I’ve seen her finally accepting Zodwa,” said Zinzi.
“My wish is for couples to learn from this storyline and treat each other better even after breakups. You don’t have to be friends but for the sake if children, parents can treat each other better.”
