Nefisa Mkhabela
Nefisa Mkhabela | |
|---|---|
| Born | Nefisa Tarisca Mkhabela 5 April 2001 Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Education | University of Johannesburg |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
| Notable work | House of Zwide |
Nefisa Tarisca Mkhabela (born April 5, 2001) is a South African actress and influencer.[1] She is best known for her starring role as Ona Molapo in e.tv telenovela House of Zwide and Losing Lerato 2 as Lerato.[2][3][4]
Early life
Mkhabela was born on 5 April 2001, in Soweto, Johannesburg. She attended the University of Johannesburg where she studied Bachelor's of Law after finishing her matric at Greenside High School.[5]
Career
Mkhabela made her television acting debut in the recurring role of Mbali on the 1Magic drama series Unmarried Wives, first appearing in the series premiere in 2018.[6] In 2020, she reprised her role, showing off her skills as an actress.[7]
In 2021, she landed a leading role in the Mzansi Original Movie called Ispaza Sasekhaya. Later that year Nefisa landed her first starring role in television when she was cast as Ona Molapo,[8] a young fashion designer who navigates the world of fashion with her BFF played by Shalate Sekhabi, in the e.tv soapie House of Zwide.[9][10] In 2024, she played a lead role as Lerato, in a film Losing Lerato 2 [11] and also appeared on a soapie Kleva-ish as Mandy.[12]
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Unmarried | Mbali |
| 2021–present | House of Zwide | Onalerena Molapo |
| 2023 | Kleva-ish | Mandy |
| 2024 | Losing Lerato 2 | Lerato |
| 2024 | How to ruin love | Omphile |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Association | Category | Nominated works | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Royalty Soapie Awards | Outstanding Newcomer | House of Zwide | Won | [13] |
| National Film and TV Awards | Best New Comer | Nominated | [14] |
References
- ^ Naidoo, Alicia (2021-07-31). "Five things to know about 'House Of Zwide' star Nefisa Mkhabela". The South African. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
- ^ Katlego (2023-07-04). "Actress Nefisa Mkhabela on buying her mom a house at 21". KAYA 959. Retrieved 2025-01-30.
- ^ Tlhoaele, Kgalalelo. "House of Zwide actress reveals biggest insecurity!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-01-30.
- ^ Mzandisi, Keitumetse Maako and Iviwe. "Emotional rollercoaster: Nefisa Mkhabela and Kagiso Modupe's journey in 'Losing Lerato 2'". Life. Retrieved 2025-01-30.
- ^ admin (2022-02-25). "Nefisa Mkhabela biography known as Ona on House of Zwide". Soapie Celebs. Retrieved 2025-01-30.
- ^ "Nefisa Mkhabela | TVSA Unmarried"". www.tvsa.co.za. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
- ^ "Unmarried | Full Cast | Season 1 | TVSA". www.tvsa.co.za. Retrieved 2025-01-30.
- ^ Birjalal, Alyssia (2021-07-18). "A-list actors join new e. tv soap 'House of Zwide'". IOL. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
- ^ Ngcobo, Mavi. "House of Zwide actress lands big role". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-01-30.
- ^ Tlhoaele, Kgalalelo. "House of Zwide actress reveals biggest insecurity!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
- ^ Mdaka, Zintle (2024-07-08). "Nefisa Mkhabela joins Losing Lerato 2". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-01-30.
- ^ Seleme, Rae (2023-07-26). "'Kleva-ish' cast". The South African. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
- ^ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2024-08-26). "Moments of doubt led me to this award – Skeem Saam's Lethabo". Sunday World. Retrieved 2025-01-31.
- ^ "Celebrating Excellence: National Film & TV Awards South Africa 2024 Nominees Announced". Underground Press. September 23, 2024.