Top 10 Best Youngest Actors In South Africa 2020 Edition

Many faces have come and go, but those that remain in our memory have made a mark of being the best that have ever graced our screens.

Here are the top 10 best youngest actors in South Africa at the moment.

01. Cindy Mahlangu

Cindy Mahlangu is best known for her first TV role as Dumazile, from the Mzansi Magic supernatural drama series The Herd. The talented actress is now shaking things up on Mzansi Magic’s hit, The Queen playing Siyanda. Aside from that, she has also featured on Scandal as Violet and also played the role of Kayise on the show, Makoti.

Born on 21 November 1996, Cindy – full name Cindy Thando Mahlangu – is 23 years old this year. She studied Financial Accounting in college and started drama from extracurricular classes.

02. Ntobeko Sishi

Ntobeko Sishi has been making headlines for his incredible acting skills on Gomora, his luscious looks, natural charm, and his chiselled body. No wonder, the risque dancer, Zodwa Wabantu couldn’t hold herself from preying the youngster, half her age.

Ntokozo is only 21 years of age. His role on the show represents his breakthrough soapie debut. Apart from acting, Ntokozo is an RnB singer and a presenter on Hectic 9.

Ntobeko Sishi holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Finance from the University of Cape Town (UCT). He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies from the same institution.

03. Thuthuka Mthembu

Thuthuka Mthembu’s, big break into the entertainment industry came when she landed her role in South Africa’s most-watched drama, “Uzalo” in December 2018 when she was only 20 years old.

She is 22 years old this year and is currently studying the AFDA and majors in writing and directing.

04. Ama Qamatha

Amamkele Qamatha was born September 7, 1998, meaning she’s 22 years old this year.

Her first role on Tv was on an SABC1 sitcom, My Perfect Family. She has played several roles including Buhle on Gomora and Puleng Khumalo an intelligent yet spontaneous 16-year-old who investigates the cold case of her abducted-at-birth older sister on Netflix original production – Blood and Water.

05. Litlhonolofatso Litlhakanyane

The 10-year-old is one of the best rising stars in South African soapie industry. He is best known for his first screen role as Tapello on the eTV weekly soapie, Scandal.
He has also featured in various on-screen adverts

06. Siyabonga Xaba

The young actor and musician is best known for his role as Langa on Mzansi Magic drama series Gomora.

Before his debut on Gomora, the youngster has played the role of Zweli Hlatswayo in SABC1’s End Game. Siyabonga has also played roles that include Xolani in 4Play: Sex Tips for Girls – Season 1, Young Chekura in The Book of Negroes – Season 1, Najim in Strike Back and Forget in Soul Buddzy.

07. Buntu Petse

The 23-year-old emerging actress landed her first acting role as Nontle Majola on the long standing-standing soapie Generations: The Legacy.

She graduated from Witwatersrand University in 2019, with an Honours Degree in Dramatic Arts.

08. Tshiamo Moloi

Tshiamo Molobi has made his mark as one of the best upcoming talented actors in South Africa. He is currently playing Tshepo on The Queen but is best known for his role as Lefa on Rhythm City.

Tshiamo was born on the 17th May 2003 making him 17 years old.

09. Kealeboga Masango

Kealeboga is one of the budding actresses who has made her mark in the industry with her debut role as Zinhle Ngobese on Rhythm City.

She was born in 2003, making her 17 years old this year.

10. Siphesihle Ndaba

Siphesihle plays the role of Mazet on Mzansi Magic’s Gomora, a feisty young woman who has dropped out of school and resorted to a life of crime due to her social circumstances.

Her role on Gomora is her first-ever and she has aced it ever since.

Sphesihle was born on August 4, 1997, making her 23 years old this year. She is a graduate from the Oprah Winfrey Leadership School for Girls with honours in Dramatic arts, specializing in Acting, Physical Theatre and Applied Theatre