Siphesihle Ndaba

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Siphesihle Ndaba
Born
Siphesihle Ndaba

(1997-08-04) August 4, 1997 (age 28)
Soweto, South Africa
Education Rhodes University
Occupations
  • Actress
  • influencer
  • entrepreneur
  • director
Years active2020–present
Notable work

Siphesihle Ndaba (born 4 August 1997) is a South African actress, influencer, entrepreneur and film director. She is best known playing the starring role in most popular Mzansi Magic telenovela Gomora as Mazet.

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Life and career

Early life

Ndaba was born in Soweto, South Africa. [1] She went to Rhodes University where she obtained a degree of BSc in psychology, Economics and Dramatic Arts. [2] In 2020, she graduated second time where she obtained a Honours degree in Dramatic Arts from the same higher institution. [3] [4]

Career

Ndaba began her career in 2018 where she directed and wrote a film Skinned in Grahamstown Festival and worked as English and Economics teacher tutor while working in theatre. [5] In 2020, she made her first television debut in one of the most popular Mzansi Magic telenovela Gomora as Mazet, playing a gangster and starring role. [6] [7] [8] In late 2020, she won Hot Chick of the Year awards at the Feather Awards. [9] [10] In 2021, she played the lead role of Faye in a short Showmax television series Carrots. [11] She received her first award nomination for her acting career at the 17th edition of South African Film and Television Awards for Best Supporting Actress in a telenovela for her main role as Mazet on Gomora in 2023 [12]

In 2024, Ndaba played the main role of Palesa in Killer Front Page and directed a movie namely LIL_LITH. [13] [14] [15]

Endorsement

Ndaba has made her first endorsement when collaborated with Nivea, a beauty brand in 2021. [16] The following year in November 2022, she attended the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls, which changed her life by expanding her career and opportunities. [17] [18] In 2023, she bagged a brand ambassadorship Rich Mnisi x H&M alongside stars Boity, Young Stunna and Zozibini Tunzi and Puma in December 2024. [19] [20] [21]

Filmography

Television

YearTitleRoleNotes
2020 Gomora MazetStarring role, season 1–3
2022 DStv Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards HerselfPresented Favourite Personality Award with Khutso Thaledi
2021CarrotsFayeLead role, season 1
2024Killer Front PagePelesaMain role, season 1

Film

YearTitleRoleNotes
2018SkinnedHerselfDirector and writer
2024LIL_LITHHerselfDirector and producer

Awards and nominations

YearAssociationCategoryNominated worksResultRef.
2020 Feather Awards Hot Chick of the YearHerself Won [22]
2023 South African Film and Television Awards Best Supporting ActressAs Mazet on Gomora Nominated [23]

References

  1. ↑ Mngadi, Mxolisi (2020-08-04). "Happy birthday to Gomora's Siphesihle Ndaba 5 interesting facts". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  2. ↑ Dayimani, Malibongwe. "'We are celebrating having gone through a lot': Gomora star Siphesihle Ndaba bags honours degree". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  3. ↑ Dayile, Qhama. "Siphesihle Ndaba on playing to Mazet on Gomora, getting her second degree and respecting her craft". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  4. ↑ "'Gomora' actress graduates with Rhodes degree". The Herald. 2022-10-12. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  5. ↑ Mopedi, Kemong. "5 minutes with Gomora's Siphesihle Ndaba - 'I almost studied towards a Bachelor in Music'". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  6. ↑ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2023-04-24). "Siphesihle Ndaba bids farewell after curtain fell on Mazet". Sunday World. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  7. ↑ Mavuso, Karabo. "Rising star Siphesihle Ndaba on her role in Mzansi Magic's 'Gomora'". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  8. ↑ Mncube, Ntandoyenkosi. "Siphesihle Ndaba winning hearts as Gomora's Mazet". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  9. ↑ Junior, Lee (2020-11-12). "Gomora’s Mazet Scoops Mzansi’s Hottest Chick At Feathers Awards". Savanna News. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  10. ↑ "Gomora's MaZet Is The Hottest Chick Of The Year". ZAlebs. 2020-11-12. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  11. ↑ OkMzansi (2021-07-06). "Gomora Mzansi's Siya Xaba And CeeCee Ndaba Team Up For A New Film Exclusive On Showmax". OkMzansi. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  12. ↑ Mbude, Phelokazi. "The stars toast to the SAFTA nominees in style". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  13. ↑ Tleane, Lebo (2023-12-07). "Siphesihle Ndaba Back With New Role". Youth Village. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  14. ↑ Seleme, Rae (2023-12-08). "Lemogang Tsipa and Linda Sokhulu score roles in 'Killer Front Page'". SA People. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  15. ↑ Malatsi, Lethabo. "Siphesihle Ndaba on her new acting role and future projects – 'I do things that make me feel alive'". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  16. ↑ Marlowe, Michelle (2021-11-16). "Gomora’s Siphesihle Ndaba “Mazet” signs deal with Nivea". Savanna News. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
  17. ↑ "Gomora's Siphesihle Ndaba aka 'Mazet' on how Oprah Winfrey helped change her life". Sowetan. 2020-06-26. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
  18. ↑ "'I am more of a musician than an actor' – says Gomora star Siphesihle Ndaba". Sowetan. 2022-01-07. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
  19. ↑ Khulu, Ntombi. "Rich Mnisi and H&M South Africa join forces for an exclusive collaboration". News24. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
  20. ↑ Keteyi, Oluthando (2023-07-05). "Mzansi A-listers serve hot looks at SA Fashion Week opening party". The Post. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
  21. ↑ "Siphesihle Ndaba - Complete List of Endorsements". Booking Agent Info. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
  22. ↑ Matsoso, Lerato (2020-11-12). "Feathers big winners". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
  23. ↑ Komisa, Zuko (2023-08-08). "17th Annual South African Film and Television Awards nominees revealed". KAYA 959. Retrieved 2025-12-05.
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