Nefisa Mkhabela
Nefisa Mkhabela | |
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| Born | Nefisa Tarisca Mkhabela 14 February 2002 Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Education | University of Johannesburg |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
| Notable work | House of Zwide |
Nefisa Tarisca Mkhabela (born February 14, 2002) 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 14 February 2002, 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 | Recurring role |
| 2021–present | House of Zwide | Onalerena Molapo | Lead role |
| 2023 | Kleva-ish | Mandy | Main role |
| 2024 | Losing Lerato 2 | Lerato | Lead role, season 2 |
| How to ruin love | Omphile | Starring role |
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.