Rorisang Thandekiso

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Rorisang Thandekiso
Born (1989-08-09) August 9, 1989 (age 36)
Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Occupations Actress,Television presenter, radio host, author
Years active2004–present

Rorisang Thandekiso (born 9 August 1989) is a South African actress, television and radio presenter, author, and media personality. She is known for hosting the South African edition of the game show Wheel of Fortune South Africa and for her work in broadcasting and publishing. [1]

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Early life

Thandekiso grew up in the Vaal Triangle area. She began her media career at a young age, initially presenting youth television programmes before expanding into mainstream television and radio roles. [1]

Career

Television

In 2024, Thandekiso became the host of Wheel of Fortune South Africa, the South African adaptation of the internationally franchised game show. The series premiered on the channel S3, and she became the first woman to host a version of Wheel of Fortune in Africa. [1]

The show was filmed at Atlantic Studios in Cape Town and produced for the South African Broadcasting Corporation by Homebrew Films and Primedia Studios. [1]

Earlier in her career, Thandekiso presented other television programmes, including youth and entertainment shows. [2]

Radio and live hosting

In addition to television presenting, Thandekiso has worked in radio and as a live event host. She hosted a programme on Metro FM and served as a master of ceremonies at events across South Africa. [3]

Game show appearances

In April 2024, Thandekiso appeared as a celebrity contestant on the South African programme Deal or No Deal Celebrity. She won R250,000 for the charity Paediatric Care Africa. [4] [5]

Writing

Thandekiso has published at least one book that reflects on personal experience and belief. Her memoir, Disciple: Walking with God, was released in 2024 and discusses her life journey and faith. [6] [7]

Recognitions

YearRecognitionDetailsReference
2024First female host of Wheel of Fortune South AfricaBecame the first woman to host the South African edition of the internationally franchised game show. [1]
2024 Deal or No Deal Celebrity jackpot winnerWon R250 000 and donated the full amount to Paediatric Care Africa, a children's charity. [5] [4]
2023Co-host of the 16th Annual Crown Gospel AwardsServed as co-host with Khaya Mthethwa at this major South African entertainment event. [8]
2023 Bona Magazine cover featureFeatured on the cover, highlighting her career and personal story. [9]
2008Young Communicator of the YearRecognized for public speaking and represented South Africa at the Global Young Leaders Conference. [10]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Ferreira, Thinus. "'Incredibly honoured': Rorisang Thandekiso is first female to host legendary Wheel of Fortune SA". News24.
  2. ↑ Shinga, Cebolethu. "Rorisang Thandekiso is hosting a new game show tonight". IOL.
  3. ↑ Tleane, Lebo (8 April 2024). "Rorisang Thandekiso Makes History With Her Latest TV Hosting Gig".
  4. 1 2 "Rorisang Thandekiso Wins R250000 Jackpot For Paediatric Care Africa On Deal Or No Deal Celebrity". SABC . Retrieved 23 January 2026.
  5. 1 2 Birjalal, Alyssia. "Rorisang Thandekiso wins R250k for charity on 'Deal or No Deal Celebrity'". Independent Online .
  6. ↑ "Disciple: Walking with God". Goodreads .
  7. ↑ "Rorisang Thandekiso details her life lessons in her memoir 'The Disciple'". TimesLIVE. 31 January 2024.
  8. ↑ Keteyi, Oluthando (November 2023). "Khaya Mthethwa and Rorisang Thandekiso to host 16th annual Crown Gospel Awards". IOL.
  9. ↑ Tleane, Lebo (3 November 2023). "Rorisang Thandekiso Celebrates Her Major Magazine Cover".
  10. ↑ "Top of best speakers". Sowetan. 25 August 2010.
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