Television host, actress and singer Nandi Madida has marked 23 years in the South African entertainment industry. She shared the milestone with her followers on Instagram, Bona Magazine reported.
According to the magazine, Madida first appeared on television in 2004, when she was 15. She hosted Bling, a youth entertainment show on SABC2.
“I love the work that I do. It’s been 23 years in this industry. What a blessing,” Madida said on social media. Bona Magazine said her message showed deep gratitude for the career path she chose as a teenager.
Bona Magazine reported that fans, industry peers and celebrity friends sent congratulatory messages after the post went live. Supporters praised her for her class and resilience. They also said she sets an example for young women entering the creative arts.
After Bling, Madida went on to co-host several entertainment shows. The magazine listed BET A-List, Coke Studio on e.tv, All Access Mzansi and The Next Brand Ambassador on SABC1.
She has also worked as an actress. She played Zokuthula Dhlomo in The Road on Mzansi Magic. In 2020 she played Nala in Black Is King, the musical film by Beyonce.
Madida also created and hosts a podcast called The Motherhood Network. According to Bona Magazine, the show brings together women from business, the arts, wellness and public life. They talk about motherhood, identity and personal growth.
In radio, she moved to the youth station YFM and brought her show Africa Now Radio to its airwaves. The show also runs on Apple Music, and the magazine said it plays African music and culture to listeners around the world.
Her music career includes a breakout vocal feature on a song by DJ Franky, which the magazine said brought her wide radio success. She also won a South African Music Award for Say U Will, her song with K.O.
Madida has also worked with international brands. Bona Magazine said LUX, Organic Root Stimulator and Weight Watchers have all chosen her as a brand ambassador. The magazine said the brands were drawn to her natural hair movements and her scandal-free public profile.
She also runs a fashion label called Colour. According to the magazine, the label has appeared on international runways.
Source: this article is based on reporting by Bona Magazine. Image: Bona Magazine. Written with the help of AI and published by the Tzaneen Voice Entertainment desk. See our Editorial Standards.
Rirhandzu Baloyi writes about entertainment for Tzaneen Voice. Rirhandzu covers South African music, film, TV, streaming, awards and celebrity news, from amapiano and local soapies to Showmax and Netflix releases. Stories stick to what happened, who was involved and when fans can watch or listen.