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Trevor Gumbi

September 19, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Trevor Gumbi

Trevor Gumbi is a South African comedian, writer and actor best known as co-host (and voice over artist) of the Mzansi Magic entertainment magazine show Headline (2010-2013) and for his active and vocal Twitter account.

He also stars as Gideon Gwinyimbuzi, the dim-witted security guard that works at the reception of the apartment building, in the SABC1 sitcom Ses’Top La and hosted the Mzansi Magic travel show Msawawa True South with Trevor Gumbi.

Trevor also writes monthly columns for both the Campus Cosmo and the Cosmopolitan magazines, in which he portrays an agony Uncle and a helpful Professor. Trevor was voted one of South Africa’s Twitter Kings in Cosmopolitan magazine’s January 2011 issue.

With John Vlismas, he co-hosted a multi-day conference for Nando’s in later 2005 and performed for a large internal launch for McDonalds in 2006. That same year saw him as a performer in the FNB Lifestart campus road show, travelling to tertiary campuses countrywide.

While outspoken and sometimes controversial, Gumbi is active in the corporate market, where he can be found entertaining executives and their staff with tailored material.

Gumbi has appeared at several major comedy events in the country, including performing at Oppikoppi, Rocking the Daisies, King-size comedy jams, Blacks Only, Laugh out Loud and Arts Alive comedy festival.

He has voice over experience on e.tv’s animated series Jozi Zoo, can be heard doing skits on 5fm as “The black guy at a braai” and enjoyed success staring on his TV skit show for the Vodacom Super 14 rugby season as Offside Vilakazi on “The desk with Offside Vilakazi”.

He was also seen weekly on the SABC1 celebrity entertainment show The Real Goboza and was a featured comedian in the January episode of the Comedy Central series Comedy Central Presents… Live at Parker’s, in 2013.

Gumbi can currently be seen performing stand-up comedy on comedy club stages countrywide. His birthday is 23 November.

In 2014 he had a starring role as Thomas Gumbi – a humble man hailing from a township in Newcastle in love with Mpho, last born and only daughter of the Ledwaba family, a royal wealthy family – in the eKasi+ sitcom Van ‘n Sit.

In 2016 he replaced DJ Sbu as host of the SABC1 game show Friends Like These, beginning with the fourteenth season. He also began starring in his own dark comedy-drama series, The Sober Companion, on SABC3.

For bookings or more information on Trevor, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Trevor Gumbi - Zulu Corporate Showcase

Tony Ndoro

September 19, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Tony Ndoro

Tony Ndoro is a stalwart in the industry of broadcasting in South Africa.

Tony started off in the industry working in radio, he started at Radio Bop in 1994 as a drive time jock. He then moved to Kaya FM as a lunch time host during the stations first year on air, from there Tony moved to 947 doing the morning show 9am – 1pm for two years. Tony moved from 947 to 5FM working on the Saturday show and doing the sport on Gareth Cliff Show for 5 years. Tony finished off working in radio in 2008 but is open to new opportunities that may come his way.

In 1999, Tony started working as a voice artist and has since had the opportunity to work for some of the biggest brands in Africa. Tony continues to work as voice artist and has continued to grow and hone his craft.

Tony joined SuperSport International in 2001 as a Sports Anchor working on soccer, athletics and rugby. Tony has had the privilege of working on rugby coverage for over 13 years. He has traveled extensively with sports to World Cups and major tournaments. In 2010 Tony added Current Affairs anchor to his resume by joining ENCA for a year in 2010 before going back to SuperSport for another 3 years.

In September 2016, Tony joined Kwese Sports TV. Kwese broadcasts throughout many countries in Africa.

For bookings or more information on Tony, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Silas Lekgoathi

September 18, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Silas Lekgoathi

Silas Lekgoathi a voice over artist based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with almost a decades worth of experience.

Born and bred in Benoni, and with a background in Fine Arts, Silas found himself behind the scenes in the world of television, which is where he found his calling and passion for voice work.

During his career, Silas has worked on a range of projects and in a number of formats including television and radio commercials, E-learning and training modules, documentary narration and AVM systems.

People have described his voice as rich, deep, and friendly, with a good range. Without a strong accent, his voice is extremely versatile and suitable for a variety of projects and brands. Besides the unique voice that he brings, Silas also has a great ability to take direction too. Along with a in-depth understanding of the industry and a knack for understanding a client’s expectations.

Make the smart choice and book Silas for your next project, no matter the scope or urgency of the job, if you have a story to tell, let Silas help you tell it.

Some of the clients Silas has worked with include: ABSA / FNB Gold-Nedgroup Investments / Dimension Data / Old Mutual / Alexander Forbes / Investec / SA Home Loans / Revlon / Nissan / Toyota / DSTV / Gumtree / Jack Daniels / Cipla Pharmaceuticals / Department Of Education / Havoline / Varsity College / Property 24 / Volkswagen

For bookings or more information on Silas, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Sabelo ‘Sabby’ Mtshali

September 18, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Sabelo 'Sabby' Mtshali

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DJ Sabby, born Sabelo Mtshali, is the compass to all things urban youth culture throughout the continent of Africa. A voice that has been sourced out by various platforms across the world to speak on youth culture.

DJ Sabby is a name synonymous with trailblazing and premier radio. He studied Radio Production before being swept up by popular Cape Town radio station KFM and later held down a graveyard slot on 94.7 Highveld Stereo (now called 947). Following early success, DJ Sabby took further training as an intern within Y-Academy as an intern. After graduating, the broadcaster embarked on a legendary decade-long journey with YFM that saw him work up from the graveyard slot to drive-time with his ground-breaking and aptly-titled show; The Best Drive. The drive-time show made history as the longest-running drive show ever within YFM as well as on all urban radio within South Africa. The Best Drive received critical acclaim; racking up multiple “Best Drive Time Show” radio nominations within it’s 5-year run. Despite the pandemic, The Best Drive lived up to its name in 2020 with a seminal cycle that pushed its global footprint, capping the show’s exhilarating run on the highest of highs.

DJ’s Sabby’s international footprint in radio moves past The Best Drive. In late 2019, DJ Sabby joined the BBC’s radio show called #ThisIsAfrica, hosted by DJ Edu, as a correspondent profiling propelling African acts within the music space. The show is broadcasted across the world in over 50 countries. 2019 also saw him making history by being the first DJ on YFM to broadcast LIVE from the BBC’s Wogan House in London. DJ Sabby eats, sleeps and breathes radio and the results show within his building legacy. A legacy that now sees him at MetroFM, taking the reins of their flagship top 40 show.

DJ Sabby’s skills as a host move past his love for radio broadcasting with a formidable career as a Host across multiple platforms. His on-screen charisma has found him hosting several TV shows including SABC 1’s Bonisanani, Africa Magic Plus’ Unplugged, ETV’s #TheCulture, Soweto TV’s Babize Bonke, GauTV’sSlaghuis Cypher Ignition TV’s Celeb Rides to name a few as well as guest-hosting on shows like MTV Base Africa’s Newsish.

The consummate creative also had the honour of covering the MTV’s 2016 European Music Awards live from Amsterdam as well as hosting Vodacom’s Making Moves Virtual Conference in 2021.

With a voice as iconic and seasoned as Sabby’s it’s no wonder that he is a veteran Voice-Over Artist. His professionalism and charisma has seen premium brands entrusting him with their products including: Klipdrift, Apple, Beats Headphones, Ford, Mustang, VW, VW Polo Beats, Debonairs, McDonald’s and many more...

Sabelo Mtshali is also the ever-crafty online content creator. The creative has launched multiple online formats including his Instagram Live and IGTV music series Keeping It 100; as well as his YouTube channel The Best Life TV. The Best Life TV is a curation of the Sabby’s various interests within urban lifestyle, from music, current trends and podcasting to fashion and motoring fashion. As of 2021, The Best Life TV channel has amassed over 1 million views.

For bookings or more information on Sabby, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Sabelo 'Sabby' Mtshali - Zulu Conversational

Phumi Mncayi

September 18, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Phumi Mncayi

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Phumi Mncayi is a versatile performer & entrepreneur, who holds degrees in Drama, Musical Theatre, Radio & Television Presenting, from the Trinity college of London (Through the Waterfront Theatre school) under the mentorship of Delia Sainsbury & the late Keith Galloway! He is also a well-established voice over artist for radio and television.

He’s hosted and facilitated events and corporate functions on many South African Stages & even recently M.C-Ing in the Seychelles!

Phumi’s most notable performance achievements include playing the role of the iconic Shaka Zulu in the very first “Shaka Zulu, the musical” (2010) at the South African State Theatre. He played a lead role in an Anglo Gold original South African Musical, “Streets of Gold” at the Gold Reef Lyric theatre (2011).

He’s been seen on our television screens as the face & presenter of the National Lottery gameshow; “Wins Manje”(on SABC 1) as well as presenting Mnet's “Magic to the Max.”

He's acted in several dramas local and international & in 2010 landed a recurring role in the popular South African Soapie; “Rhythm City” (as A.J Pitso).

2012 also saw him add to his local television accolades with a leading role (as Ndumiso) in the SABC 1 Romcom drama series - “Dreamworld”, for which he obtained a SAFTA (Soth African Film and Television Award) nomination for best male support in a drama. Due to high viewership ratings, the series was commissioned to air its 13 part second season, in May 2016.

In April 2016 Phumi Mncayi was also honoured with a Naledi Theatre Award in the category of "Best Support/Featured Performance" in a musical for his portrayal of the role of “Curtis” in the Hit Musical “Sister Act” which showed at the Joburg Theatre in 2015.

2016 has seen him play a supporting role in Luigi Pirandello’s “Six Characters In Search Of An Author” at the Market Theatre, as well as playing the role of Jay Langheart in the musical; “Saturday Night Fever” at the South African State Theatre and due to play a lead role in the hit musical “The Colour Purple”, premiering at the Joburg Theatre in February 2018.

For bookings or more information on Phumi, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Lutho John

September 15, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Lutho John

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Lutho John is a South African entertainer, television presenter, voice artist and entrepreneur best known for hosting the SABC1 shows Harambe (2010) and Spirit Sundae, since 2012.

Born and buttered in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape - at age 17, Lutho matriculated from Alexander Road High School, where he achieved Full Colours for Drama and Public Speaking before exiting with distinctions in Speech & Drama and Travel and Tourism.

After completing high school he enrolled at the Tshwane University of Technology where he honed his artistic talents studying for an undergraduate NDip: Musical Theatre (Singing, Acting, Dancing) and ultimately graduating with a BTech Degree in Musical Theatre majoring in Performance and Directing.

Since graduating Lutho John has performed in live productions and musical theatre shows at venues such as the Joburg Civic Theatre, Montecasino, Lyric Theatre, Wits Theatre and the Breytenbach Theatre. A trained dancer in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap and African dance, he has worked with numerous well-known South African performers including Bianca Le Grange, Fiona Ramsay, David Dennis, Amor Vittone and Tumisho Masha, amongst others in productions such as Snow White, Pinnochio, Streets of Gold, Sweet Charity, Ragtime and Urintown.
He has MCed roadshows, events and appeared in a host of speaking engagements across South Africa such as the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Coca-Cola, Department of Education, HDI Youth Marketeers, The JD Group, Sanlam, Rand Easter Show, SABC Education, Eastern Cape Commission, Department of Education, Vaya Mzansi... to name but a few.

As a voice over artist, Lutho has used his vocal abilities to narrate television documentary films, commercials, training videos, on-air promotions, Internet, IVRs, corporate communications and brought multiple other stories to life. His baritone strong voice dipped with good diction, characterisation, inflection, tone and microphone technique has seen him emerge as one of the few voice artists in his age group who has consistently worked as a voice over announcer. From 2014 - 2015 Lutho John was the official voice of Telkom South Africa.

For bookings or more information on Lutho, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Loyiso Madinga – USA

September 15, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Loyiso Madinga - USA

CURRENTLY BASED IN THE USA

All the way from a place so rural Frodo wouldn’t reach it, Loyiso Madinga has come a long way to becoming one of the sharpest young comedians in SA. Since 2012 he has been honing his craft with his smart but highly relatable style of humour. It’s already proving to be a hit with audiences everywhere.

His dedication to standup quickly made him a regular on the SA comedy circuit. Loyiso then became an Emmy finalist as a writer and performer on the two-time Emmy Award finalist satire show, Late Nite News with Loyiso Gola and the SAFTA nominated hit sketch comedy show, The Bantu Hour.

Considering he left a promising career in advertising, that his father didn’t approve of, for the stage life, which his father approves even less of, he keeps making the right moves. Loyiso has toured locally with Trevor Noah on the Nationwild Show and performed at festivals around the world including the Montreux Comedy Festival in Switzerland, Busan Comedy Festival in S. Korea and the Johannesburg International Comedy Festival.

All this lead to his successful one man show, Born Free-ish, that sold out the world-class Goliath Comedy Club for four evenings. Not bad for someone who grew up fetching his bath water from the river.

From a now-you-know-you’re-definitely-lost village in the Eastern Cape he has his sights set on the world stage and his passion for comedy is taking him a long way from home.

For bookings or more information on Loyiso, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Kaseran Pillay

September 14, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Kaseran Pillay

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Kaseran Pillay is a South African actor, MC, stand-up comedian, voice artist, director and writer best known as one of the regular cast members of the SABC3 travel series Going Nowhere Slowly, from 2005-2007.

He has appeared in numerous television shows including the SABC1 drama series Bay of Plenty (2007), The History of Bunny Chow from Uhuru Productions (2005-2007) and the M-Net drama Innocent Times, in 2008.

He was also a Durban field presenter for the e.tv entertainment show The Showbiz Report, from 2005-2006.

He has been performing stand-up comedy since 1997 and performs mainly at corporate functions. He is also an accomplished theatre actor, having performed in such shows as Snow White and Several Dwarfs, Hamlet, My Cousing Brother and Abbamaniacs.

In October 2008 he began playing the role of Ricky in the SABC2 comedy series On the Couch.

Kaseran has consistently worked on both television and film since 2005. On television he has appeared in My Perfect Family, High Rollers and Sober Companion, amongst others. In film, Kaseran has played roles in Shotgun Garfunkel (2013) and Kalushi: The story of Solomon Mahlangu (2017.)

For bookings or more information on Kaseran, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Marc Chase

September 13, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Marc Chase

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A South African English Voiceover with a Neutral accent that's warm, smooth and clearly spoken.

Friendly, authoritative, clear, dynamic, serious or fresh. A voice that delivers results.

A career spanning over 20 years in the fields of Radio, Television, Commentary & Voiceovers.

From Promos, e-Learning, Internet, TV and Radio Ads to Imaging & Corporate Videos.

Available for your Voiceover project remotely with Live Direction when needed.

For bookings or more information on Marc, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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Nina Hastie

September 13, 2017 By Owen Swanson

Nina Hastie

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Comedy is her flagship - but there is a fleet of expertise behind the pint-sized Nina Hastie. She’s an accomplished writer, voice artist, actor, and director.

Her most recent achievements include:

DStv Content Creator Awards Nominee for “Best Content Creator” (2022)
DStv Viewers Choice Awards Nominee for “Favourite Comedian” (2022)
A Netflix Original Stand-Up Comedy show “Only Jokes Allowed” (2021)
Lead in the MNet Original Drama Series “Inconceivable” (2020)

Hastie presented on the SAFTA nominated SABC3 talk show “Trending SA” (2016-2019)

She also has a SAFTA nomination for “Writing in TV Comedy” (2016)
A Comic’s Choice Award nomination for “Comic’s Pen” (2015)
Head comedy writer for NBC Universal’s “Celebrity Game Night” (2019 - 2022)

Nina has hosted a variety of award shows over the years:

Assegai Awards (2019 & 2020)
SATMA Awards (2019 & 2020)
JSE Awards (2019)
SA Hip Hop Awards (2016, 2017)

Hastie has recently finished up writing and directing the 1st DStv Content Creator Awards.

Her curiosity with the social anthropology of South Africa, coupled with her empathetic nature makes for a unique personality both on and off stage.

She’s a powerful individual with the courage of intentional public vulnerability - and is about as authentic as they come. What you see is what you get.

And what you get is a class act, with 20 years of experience under her belt.

She is comfortable in any room and on any stage. She’s performed for Presidents and CEO’s, in boardrooms and bars. If she had a dime for every person who told her that their granny loves her - she’d have lots of dimes.

The 39 year old Nina Hastie is a beloved and trusted public personality.

For bookings or more information on Nina, please get in contact with an agent at OSM Talent.

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