Linda Mtoba (actress)

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Linda Mtoba
Born
Linda Mtoba

(1991-11-11) November 11, 1991 (age 33)
Umlazi, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Nationality South African
Education University of Nairobi
Occupations
  • Actress
  • influencer
  • model
Years active2016–present
Notable work
Children1

Linda Mtoba (born November 11, 1991) is a South African actress, influencer and model. [1] She is well known for her starring roles in Mzansi Magic telenovelas Isibaya as Zama Ngwenya and The River as Nomonde Dikana. [2] [3] She was named the ambassador of Huggies in 2020. [4]

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Early life

Linda Mtoba was born on 11 November 1991, in Umlazi, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. She attended high school in her hometown and later pursued a degree in Bachelor of Commerce in IT from the University of Nairobi. [5]

Career

Mtoba began her acting career in 2016 where she made her first television debut in Mzansi Magic soap opera Isibaya as Zama Ngwenya. [6] [7] She later played the starring in telenovela The River as Nomonde Dikana in 2018. [8] In 2020, she was named the brand ambassador for Huggies. [9] The following year, she played a role of Lerato in Showmax movie One Night KwaMxolosi. [10]

In 2022, she was named the face of Vaseline. [11] In 2023, she also played the role of Nokwanda on Isifiso season 2 [12] [13] and joined Gagasi FM. [14] [15] In 2024, she played the lead role on BET Africa telenovela Queendom as Ntandokayise Mthombeni. [16] [17]

Personal life

In 2017, Mtoba got married to Steven Meyer, a businessman and they have a one child. [18] In 2024 they divorced after six years of marriage. [19] [20] She is known for sharing glimpses of her personal life on social media, giving her fans a sneak peek into her family life. [21]

Philanthropy

Mtoba is involved with several charitable organizations, including the South African charity "Dignity Dreams," which provides sanitary products to underprivileged girls. She has also supported other causes, such as cancer awareness and education. [22]

Filmography

YearFilmRole
2017 Isibaya Zama Ngwenya
2018 The River Nomonde Dikana
2021One Night KwaMxolosiLerato
2023IsifisoNokwanda
2024QueendomNtandokayise Mthombeni

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryWorkResultRef
2017 Feather Awards Hot chick of the YearHerselfWon [23]
2018Royalty Sopie AwardsBest Supporting ActressAs Zama on Isibaya Nominated [24]
2022South African Social Media AwardsFashion Influencer of the YearHerselfWon [25]
Beauty Influence of the YearWon
2024 DStv Content Creator Awards Trendsetter of the YearHerselfWon [26]


References

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  2. Khumalo, Nonhlanhla. "Isibaya actress Linda Mtoba lets us into her life". Truelove. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  3. Seleme, Rae (2023-08-31). "Linda Mtoba returns to 'The River' as Nomonde Dikana". The South African. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  4. D'Alessandro, Robyn. "Getting to know mom and Huggies ambassador Linda Mtoba". MamaMagic. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  5. Walubengo, Peris (2020-11-24). "Linda Mtoba biography: pregnancy, age, husband, wedding, and career - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  6. Joyce, Liam Karabo. "Isibaya fans bid 'sad farewell' to Linda Mtoba". www.iol.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  7. Digital, Drum. "Isibaya actress gets her happily ever after". Drum. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  8. Reporter, Sun. "LINDA MTOBA MAKES HER DEBUT ON THE RIVER!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  9. Makhoba, Ntombizodwa. "Baby Bean brings in the jackpot for Linda Mtoba". City Press. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  10. Herimbi, Helen. "'Sometimes love is ugly' – Mtoba on her role on One Night KwaMxolisi". City Press. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  11. Magazine, Blazon (2022-03-10). "Linda Mtoba is the New Face of Vaseline". Blazon Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  12. Khulu, Ntombi. "Linda Mtoba on her new gigs in Isifiso and on radio – 'I'm a great believer in perfect timing'". Truelove. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  13. Mukandila, Johana (2023-03-24). "Linda Mtoba is set to join Isifiso season two". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  14. Kunana, Ncumisa Lerato (2023-03-31). "Linda Mtoba joins Gagasi FM". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  15. Langa, Jabulani. "Top actress joins Gagasi!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  16. Mamaila, Mzwandile. "Linda Mtoba on playing Ntandokayise in BET's Queendom". Truelove. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  17. Keteyi, Oluthando. "Linda Mtoba shares the lessons she's learnt on her journey of portraying her first lead on BET's 'Queendom'". www.iol.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  18. Tebele, Mbali (2024-02-28). "Sizwe Dhlomo Seemingly Sneers at Linda Mtoba's Former Husband Steven Mayor, SA Reacts - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  19. Kanye, Thando (2023-10-26). "Linda Mtoba dating wealthy businessman after separation from husband". Nehanda Radio. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  20. Nonkonyane, Limpho (2024-02-28). "Linda Mtoba opens up about dealing with heartbreak after her divorce". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  21. Bona, Staff (2024-02-28). "'Stevovo' - Internet reacts to Linda Mtoba's soon-to-be ex's infidelity". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
  22. "Actress Linda Mtoba moves on after separation from her husband". zimoja.co.za. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
  23. Media, Ossify. "Winners: The Feather Awards 2017! #FeatherAwards2017" . Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  24. Reporter, Sun. "HERE ARE THE SOAPIE ROYALTY AWARDS NOMINEES!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  25. Reporter, T. M. O. (2024-08-20). "Awards Wrap: All the Bookmarks Awards news and winners, South African Social Media Awards finalists revealed, DStv Content Creat". The Media Online. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  26. "DStv Content Creator Awards 2024: All the winners". Music In Africa. 2024-10-14. Retrieved 2025-04-18.