Linda Mtoba | |
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| Born | Linda Mtoba November 11, 1991 Harrismith |
| Citizenship | South African |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Known for | Isibaya & The River |
| Children | 1 |
Linda Mtoba (born November 11, 1991, in Harrismith, Free State) is a South African actress and model. [1]
Linda Mtoba was born in Harrismith, Free State, South Africa. Mtoba attended high school in her hometown and later pursued a degree in drama [2] . [3]
Mtoba began her acting career in the early 2010s, landing small roles in local TV shows and films. Her breakthrough role came in 2016 when she was cast as Zama Ngwenya in the popular South African soap opera "Isibaya." She later joined the cast of "The River" and played the role of Nomonde Dlamini.
Linda Mtoba is married to Steven Meyer, a former model and businessman. The couple tied the knot in 2017 and have two beautiful children together. Mtoba is known for sharing glimpses of her personal life on social media, giving her fans a sneak peek into her family life [4] .
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. [5]
Throughout her career, Mtoba has been nominated for several awards, including the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) and the Royalty Soapie Awards. [6] [7]
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
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| 2022 | South African Social Media Award | Fashion Influencer of the Year | Herself | Won |
| 2022 | South African Social Media Award | Beauty Influence of the Year | Won | |
| 2017 | Feather Award | Hot chick of the Year | Won | |
| 2024 | DStv Content Creator Awards | Trendsetter of the Year | Won | |
| 2018 | Royalt Sopie Awards | Best Supporting Actress | As Zama on Isibaya | Nominated |
| 2018 | Royalt Sopie Awards | Outsanding On Screen Couple | As Zama Zungu with Pallance Dladla as Jabu Zungu on Isibaya | Won |
| 2024 | Forbes 30 Under 30 | Digital & Social Media list | Herself | Pending |