Thabiso Molokomme
Thabiso Molokomme | |
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| Born | Thabiso Molokomme 12 May 2001 |
| Education | University of Johannesburg |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2020–present |
| Notable work | Skeem Saam |
Thabiso Molokomme (born 12 May 2001) is a South African actor, entrepreneur and television personality. He is known for portraying Paxton Kgomo in the SABC 1 soap opera Skeem Saam.
Life and career
Molokomme was born and raised in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa.[1] He matriculated from Capricorn High School in 2018 and later obtained a diploma in Operations Management from the University of Johannesburg.[2][3]
Molokomme began his television career in 2020 as a presenter on the SABC 1 youth programme YoTV.[4] In early 2022, he joined the cast of Skeem Saam, portraying Paxton Kgomo.[5][6]
In 2023, he won the Best Actor (Viewers' Choice) award at the Royalty Soapie Awards.[7]
Business activities
In 2024, Molokomme launched a skincare brand called Ba Kene.[8]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | YoTV | Himself | Presenter |
| 2022–present | Skeem Saam | Paxton Kgomo | Recurring role |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Association | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Royalty Soapie Awards | Best Actor (Viewers' Choice) | Himself | Won | [9] |
| Outstanding Newcomer | As Paxton Kgomo on Skeem Saam | Nominated | [10] |
External links
References
- ^ Wabwile, Alice (2024-03-27). "Who is Paxton from Skeem Saam? Meet actor Thabiso Molokomme". Briefly. Retrieved 2026-01-01.
- ^ Sekhu, Katlego (2022-05-11). "Skeem Saam actor Thabiso Molokomme graduates with 20 distinctions". KAYA 959. Retrieved 2026-01-01.
- ^ "'Skeem Saam' actor Thabiso 'Paxton' Molokomme graduates cum laude at UJ". TimesLIVE. 2022-05-12. Retrieved 2026-01-01.
- ^ Masuku, Ditiro (2022-05-16). "Skeem Saam actor and former YoTV presenter Thabiso Molokomme graduates with 20 distinctions from UJ". News24. Retrieved 2026-01-01.
- ^ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2022-05-10). "High praise as 'Skeem Saam' actor Thabiso Molokomme graduates". Sunday World. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ^ Maako, Keitumetse. "Skeem Saam's Thabiso Molokomme 'still in awe' of bagging 20 distinctions at 20". News24. Retrieved 2026-01-01.
- ^ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2023-03-11). "Molokomme, Mampofu scoop Royalty Soapie viewers choice award". Sunday World. Retrieved 2026-01-01.
- ^ Mochele, Samantha (2024-07-18). "Skeem Saam actor Thabiso Molokomme launches new skincare line". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ^ Sekhu, Katlego (2023-03-15). "Thabiso Molokomme on winning Best Actor". KAYA 959. Retrieved 2026-01-01.
- ^ Tleane, Lebo (2023-03-02). "Thabiso Molokomme Campaigns for Votes As He Bags 2 Award Nominations". Youth Village. Retrieved 2026-01-01.