Mondli Makhoba plays the patriarch of the Zulu family and the eldest of the brothers, Nkosana.
Mondli Makhoba (born 15 May 1978) is a South African actor. Many know him for his role as Nkosana in the Showmax original telenovela The Wife. He has appeared in many other works, which thrust him further into the limelight.
The actor has performed in many theatre shows in Australia and England. More of his acting credits are roles in local and international productions.
Some of the productions he has featured include Generations The Legacy, Isithwmbiao, and uZalo.
Makhoba reveals on Podcast and Chill that he has accepted his calling to become a Sangoma. He answered the call after seeing things were not working out for him.
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| Full name: | Mondli Makhoba |
| Born: | 15 May 1978 (age 45 years old) |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Education: | Information Technology |
| Alma mater: | University of South Australia |
| Occupation: | Actor, author |
| Spouse: | Nokuphila Sibiya |
| Children: | 5 |
| Relation: | Velile Makhoba |
| Height: | 181 cm |
| Eyes: | Brown |
| Residence: | Johannesburg |
| Net worth: | R600 000 |
Early Life
Mondli Makhoba was born on 15 May 1978. He studied at the University of South Australia. He holds a degree in information technology.
Career
The actor started to appear in productions in school. He has spent over two decades in the movie and film industry. He faced several challenges which hindered him from furthering his academics.
Makhoba decided to focus on building his talent. He attended auditions, including for a role in the play Shaka Inauguration. He has gone on tour to many locations around the world. The actor came back to the country after six years.
Mondli played the patriarch of the Zulu family and eldest of the brothers, Nkosana, in the award-winning telenovela The Wife. He stars in the show Shaka iLembe and is among the admirers. Many dubbed him The next Wakanda after he showcased his fighting skills in a viral movement drill.
The actor has gained prominence for playing King Shaka in Shaka Inkosi Yama Khosi. He is celebrated and loved in the film and television industry.
Personal Life
Mondli Makhoba and his wife, Nokuphila Sibiya, a motivational speaker and a life coach, have five children. The couple has inspired many lovers of good relationships. They attended ceremonies and notable events together.
The actor and his wife own a clothing brand, Bhut’ Omdala. He has a relation known to the public, Velile Makhoba. He is not her biological father but her uncle.
Makhoba told Podcast and Chill that he had a calling and is still undergoing training to become a sangoma. He chose to accept his calling after things did not work out for him the way he wanted. He is not yet a traditional healer.
Social Profiles
Mondli Makhoba has established his presence on social media. He posts his achievements and accomplishments. He also shares part of his personal life.
- Instagram: @mondlimakhoba
- Twitter: @MakhobaMondli
Net Worth
Decades of hard work and contribution to the entertainment industry have earned him a fortune. He has bagged many gigs as an actor. Many still speak about his role in the Showmax telenovela The Wife. He has a net worth of R600 000 in August 2023.
Filmography
- Easy Money
- Generations
- Isithembiso
- Uzalo
- Imbewu
- Grey Matter
- Casualty
- Roots
- The Wife
- uMahamba Yedwa
- iPaper Planes
- iZulu
- Lindwini
- HG’s the Cobra
- eHostela