Renowned television presenter Leann Manas has denied circulating online rumors about her departure from SABC, assuring viewers that she continues to work at the state broadcasting company and as part of the Morning Live program team.
Addressing her official Facebook page, Manas dispelled speculation, confirming that she has not left SABC, and announced that she will return to air after a week-long vacation.
She wrote: 'Hi everyone! I won't waste much time on the fake news circulating about me, but just to clarify... I have absolutely NOT been fired from SABC! I am still part of the state broadcasting company and will be back on your screens tomorrow after a wonderful week off.'
The 'Morning Live' host also cautioned followers about fake TikTok accounts impersonating her, emphasizing that she does not have an active presence on that platform. She added: 'And while I'm here, every account on TikTok claiming to be me is FAKE. I have never posted anything on that platform.'
Leann Manas discusses fake social media accounts
During her return to 'Morning Live' on Monday, October 19, 2026, Manas also addressed the topic of disinformation circulating online, reassuring viewers that she remains at work. During the broadcast, she stated: 'Before we move on to today's trending topics, I want to address some misinformation that is currently circulating online. Believe it or not, I am still working. I am here, as you can see. I have these fake social media accounts pretending to be me, and I am still here. I am still part of and very proud of the 'Morning Live' team. So, please ignore any contradictory messages and unverified profiles.'
Host warns about the dangers of fake news
Manas continued to express concern over the growing number of fake news and social media accounts imitating public figures, warning that the consequences of spreading inaccurate information cannot be underestimated. She noted: 'There are so many fake news accounts and accounts of people pretending to be others; the destructive effect of this is something we need to be very, very careful about. These things exist right now.'
Her warning serves as a reminder for social media users to verify information before sharing it and to be cautious of unverified profiles claiming to represent public figures.