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Janna Ramos-Violante

Janna Ramos-Violante

Janna relocated to Salzburg, Austria in January 2017 with access to a studio with IDSN facilities if needed.

2005 with a B.A in Drama & Performance studies and German translation. She has since been working professionally as an actress, singer, dancer, choreographer, writer and producer in Durban and Johannesburg. Standout roles include Cecile in Dangerous Liaisons (Best Newcomer Durban Theatre Awards Nomination), Catherine in Boston Marriage (Winner of best comedy Actress and Best Supporting Actress Durban Theatre Awards), Carol in Oleanna (Best Actress nomination Durban Theatre Awards), Adelaide in Guys and Dolls (Best Lead Actress in a Musical), Emilia in Othello, Suzette in Don’t Dress for Dinner (winner of best Comedy and Best Actress Durban Theatre Awards) and Vanda in Venus and Fur (Best Actress 2013). In 2005 she formed the theatre company ‘Fett Diva Productions’ with friend Josette Eales and produced such works as Agnes of God , Night Mother, the Lover and Sally and Marshsa. In 2010 Janna formed her own theatre company ‘Thinskin’ which debuted with an original penned by herself, Mein Soldat.

It premiered at the Grahamstown National Arts Festival where it won Ovation Award this provided a spring board for it to be seen at the Hilton Arts Festival and the Playhouse New Stages Festival. The play was also nominated for best new South African script, best Actress, best Actor, best Newcomer and best Director at the 2010 Durban Theatre awards.

She also founded the ‘I Heart’ Durban Theatre festival where her new play, Cullum’s War, was debuted. The festival was for the development of new South African Theatre and created a platform for new scripts to be staged. Based on its success at the I Heart, Cullum’s War went on to have other runs around the country for 2years.

2012 started with the role of Suzette in the comedy, Don’t Dress for Dinner and ended with a move to Johannesburg. It has been a great move and full new opportunity. Janna spent 2013 touring Don’t Dress for Dinner and Venus in Fur, producing her play Phobic and a production of John Patrick Shanley’s, Doubt, directed by James Cuningham, and made a guest appearance on popular TV series The Wild.

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

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Carla Fonseca-Mokgata

Carla Fonseca-Mokgata

Carla Fonseca-Mokgata is a storyteller whose audacious and thrilling ideas have captivated audiences around the world. Hailing from the rich cultural tapestry of South Africa and Mozambique, she is a multi-disciplinary artist: director, writer, actress and musician. Graduating from the esteemed University of Cape Town in 2010, Fonseca has fearlessly dedicated her creative talents to exploring the historical and contemporary societal traumas of South Africa.

With an unwavering commitment to her craft, Fonseca has transported her storytelling prowess to numerous countries, leaving her mark on audiences globally. Her artistic footprint extends to places as diverse as Belgium, Germany, Portugal, Spain, Kenya, Uganda, China, South Korea, the UK, Brazil, the USA, Australia, Singapore, Poland, Indonesia, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and more.

Fonseca's magnum opus, the indie full-length dramatic feature film "Burkinabe," was shot amidst the landscapes of Burkina Faso. This cinematic experiment has graced film festivals in over 10 countries across the globe. In 2023 she was written and directed a feature film, licensed by Amazon Prime, which is slated for completion and release in April 2024.

Beyond her cinematic triumphs, Carla is a tireless advocate for cultivating a vibrant storytelling and artistic culture within South Africa. Her creative arsenal spans a diverse range of mediums, all meticulously wielded to achieve her visionary objectives. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, the annals of African history, the richness of African traditions, and the unfolding tapestry of global affairs, Fonseca's creative energy finds its truest expression in the realms of Avant Garde theatre and thriller cinema.

As the Sunday Times once wrote "One of South Africa's exciting young contemporary artists, Fonseca is best known for producing thought-provoking, emotionally resonant, and daring artworks." Her contributions to the world of art are a testament to her unyielding dedication to pushing boundaries and crafting narratives that challenge, inspire, and captivate audiences worldwide.

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

Carla Fonseca-Mokgata

Carla Fonseca-Mokgata is a storyteller whose audacious and thrilling ideas have captivated audiences around the world. Hailing from the rich cultural tapestry of South Africa and Mozambique, she is a multi-disciplinary artist: director, writer, actress and musician. Graduating from the esteemed University of Cape Town in 2010, Fonseca has fearlessly dedicated her creative talents to exploring the historical and contemporary societal traumas of South Africa.

With an unwavering commitment to her craft, Fonseca has transported her storytelling prowess to numerous countries, leaving her mark on audiences globally. Her artistic footprint extends to places as diverse as Belgium, Germany, Portugal, Spain, Kenya, Uganda, China, South Korea, the UK, Brazil, the USA, Australia, Singapore, Poland, Indonesia, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and more.

Fonseca's magnum opus, the indie full-length dramatic feature film "Burkinabe," was shot amidst the landscapes of Burkina Faso. This cinematic experiment has graced film festivals in over 10 countries across the globe. In 2023 she was written and directed a feature film, licensed by Amazon Prime, which is slated for completion and release in April 2024.

Beyond her cinematic triumphs, Carla is a tireless advocate for cultivating a vibrant storytelling and artistic culture within South Africa. Her creative arsenal spans a diverse range of mediums, all meticulously wielded to achieve her visionary objectives. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, the annals of African history, the richness of African traditions, and the unfolding tapestry of global affairs, Fonseca's creative energy finds its truest expression in the realms of Avant Garde theatre and thriller cinema.

As the Sunday Times once wrote "One of South Africa's exciting young contemporary artists, Fonseca is best known for producing thought-provoking, emotionally resonant, and daring artworks." Her contributions to the world of art are a testament to her unyielding dedication to pushing boundaries and crafting narratives that challenge, inspire, and captivate audiences worldwide.

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

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Thato Boqwana

Thato Boqwana

Thato Boqwana is a voice over artist and media enthusiast, who has a passion for community media, and developing skills at grass roots level.

In her capacity as a community media practitioner, she thrives on seeing young people, in the sector, operating effectively in their gifting and talent.

Thato believes her calling is to inspire a positive change in society, regardless of the platform she finds herself on.

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

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Thando Thabethe

Thando Thabethe

Born and bred in the city of lights Johannesburg, Thando had an insatiable desire to see her dreams become a reality, which saw her career begin at the tender age of 13. The realization that entertainment was her calling saw her star in various theatre productions before landing her first TV gig at the age of 14. This was merely the beginning of a revolution in the entertainment industry.

Thando discovered her love for radio at UJFM while at University of Johannesburg studying towards her Bcom Accounting degree, when asked she says, “Radio found me”. Thando found herself gradually making her mark on the airwaves. In 2010 she was head hunted by the YFM programs manager to join the biggest youth radio station in South Africa. Her Charisma and ability to connect with young people on a level many struggle to, saw her soaring from hosting a graveyard show to a primetime show in a matter of 6 months. Thando has since left YFM and joined 5FM in May 2014 where she was part of the afternoon drive show with Roger Goode giving us our daily dose of traffic, as well as hosting her own show "Beats By Demand" on Sundays between 10:00 & 14:00. From there Thando moved into the weekdays 10:00 – 13:00 slot hosting her own show, The Thando Thabooty Show, a year later she became the first female to host a drive time show on 5FM, The Thabooty Drive. In 2020, Thando moved to 947 and currently hosts The Drive with Thando on 947, weekdays 3pm to 7pm.

Thando Thabethe got her chance to move from theatre productions to on screen in 2010 when she landed the role of” Thando Nkosi” on the hit Sitcom “My Perfect Family” The show is ranked the 6th most viewed show and the 2nd most viewed comedy in SA with a viewership of over 3 000 000. The show went on to see a total of 3 seasons with Thando starring  alongside legends, Lillian Dube, John Lata and Baby Cele.

Thando starred in the lead role of Nolwazi Buzo in the biggest soapie in South Africa, Generations- The Legacy, which boasts close to 9 Million Viewers and the lead role of Zinhle Malinga in the upcoming feature film Love Lives Here. Hosting her own talk show Thando Bares All on TLC, which highlighted the extraordinary ways people live their lives. Other highlights include REYKA and BLOOD PSALMS on MNET and recently How To Ruin Christmas- The Wedding in 2020 and the sequel The Funeral in 2021, a series for Netflix.

Thando Thabethe has been highly requested for her MC work for various activations, both corporate and commercial around SA since 2010. Most recently she was the choice for the biggest CSI concert in the world, CokeRockCore and the biggest Hip-hop event in SA, Maftown Heights. She has also had the honor to host the biggest award ceremonies in South Africa, namely, The South African Music Awards and the South African Film & Television awards.

Thoroughly  involved within her community and very passionate about uplifting the girl child, Thando  hosts motivational talks in which she sheds light on her path in the hopes of changing other people’s lives, she adopts young girls annually for national take a girl child to work day, and raises funds for abused women & children through her annual Thando Thabethe Women’s Day Netball Challenge initiative.

Thando Thabethe is an influential, ambitious young woman who represents a market of young, independent, educated, aspirational and stylish young men and women. With her feet on the ground, her heart on the pulse, there is no doubt that the sky is the limit. Thando has over 3.7 million followers on Instagram, over 2.4 million followers on Facebook and over 2.4 million followers on Twitter.

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

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Talitha Ndima

Talitha Ndima

Born on April 10, 1983, Talitha is a South African actress who has starred in many TV series. She graduated from the South African school of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance (AFDA) with a Bachelor of Arts and Live Performance degree.

Though Talitha is best known for her role as Constable Thandeka Moloi in the Afrikaans drama series; Erfsondes (Sins of Our Fathers), she has also appeared in the Mzansi Magic sitcom - It's For Life in 2011, a SABC 1 mini-series - Society and the SABC 3 sitcom - Font, amongst others.

Talitha takes her acting talent and translates this to giving an excellent performance behind the mic doing voice overs. Talitha is fluent in English, Afrikaans and Xhosa and can deliver in a variety of voice over styles.

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

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Shiba Mazaza

Shiba Mazaza

British-Malawian Shiba Melissa Mazaza is a South Africa-based campaigns manager and media strategist working with clients that value new and exciting cultural voices. She's cut her teeth through 2019 in SA's mother city working with management company Black Major, working with artists such as DJ Lag, Blinky Bill, Moonchild and Bongeziwe Mabandla, which thereafter inspired her to enter 2020 with her own company, Mount Makeda Media House. With music industry-related clients from writing for the likes of Mixmag and Red Bull Music, to managing campaigns for Apple Music's Platoon Africa office, she hopes to elevate the identities of all creatives in digital spaces. She also enjoys a healthy hands-on career scouting talent via editorial for Afropunk, while having managed stages and programmed festivals such as Design Indaba, Encounters International Film Festival, Cape Town Electronic Music Festival and Littlegig, as well as traveling all over the globe to discover the world's newest sounds and speaking at music markets such as Sakifo Reunion, AME Cabo Verde, Oslo World Norway, Lake of Stars Malawi, Access Ghana and beyond.

Shiba has found herself providing voices for more upbeat, young and friendly clients including Standard Bank, Parmalat and Liberty with more flirtatious voices for Kia, Levi's and Spree/Superbalist. Hard-sell, medium sell, nurturing, natural and more news-orientated clients are where she shines.

As the host of music industry insider Bandustry's virtual shows in collaboration with SkyroomLive.com, she ties her acting and music industry experience together on-camera in an informative and well-crafted series.

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

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Sibaphiwe ‘Sibs’ Matiyela

Sibaphiwe 'Sibs' Matiyela

Sibaphiwe “Sibs” Matiyela is a radio presenter, news anchor, podcaster, producer, writer and bilingual (English & Xhosa) VO artist.

After graduating from Rhodes University with an Honours degree in Politics and International Studies, this broadcaster by profession elected to change the world by pursuing a career in radio which spans over an incredibly exciting and wild decade rocking the mic on regional and national platforms.

Sibs has a voice of velvet, complimented by a wide, versatile and unique range. She is a joy to direct and it is no lie nor is it any wonder she is referred to as a “One Take Wonder” by those who have had the pleasure of working with her.  She is a consummate professional and inexorable talent in the booth.

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

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Relebogile Mabotja

Relebogile Mabotja

Arguably one of the hardest working women in the South African showbiz scene.  Relebogile Mabotja continues to stamp her authority as one of the best talents in the entertainment industry with her radio and voice over work, acting & presenting appearances, the production and musical directing work she does with her company Lebotja Media, Black Swan and more.

Relebogile’s talent extends to producing for television, commercials and music videos. She is very passionate about women empowerment and being a voice of reason in issues concerning women. Relebogile mentors’ young women and shares opportunities of growth. Relebogile continues to challenge the status quo in a male dominated industry with ground-breaking moves. She has directed all her philanthropic projects through her foundation, The Relebogile Mabotja Foundation.

Relebogile Mabotja has been in the media and entertainment business for 17 years with a host of skills. She was introduced to the television screens as a presenter in 2004 with CrazE on eTV. What followed was Gospel Grooves (eTV), 12 Day of Christmas (SABC 2), Nando’s TV (Soweto TV), Dance Your Butt Off Season 1 and 2 (SABC 1), TrendingSA (SABC 3 – Week Guest Host) and over a decade over emcee and hosting gigs. 2019 saw her Real Time Channel 155 as their ambassador.

She is the Producer behind projects the SABC Crown Gospel Music Awards, Afro Café, Metro FM’s Live Red Carpet Show for RGB, eTV’s Business Battle and Musical Director of Afro Café, I Love South Africa, The Sing Off South Africa, Star The Winner Is (Nigeria) and Tecno Own The Stage (Nigeria).

She is the founder and managing director of Lebotja Media, a music production house, record label and publishing company that’s been operational since 2013. Lebotja Media has produced promo on-air for SABC and Africa Magic, music for SABC 2, television shows Mzansi Insider (SABC 1), Sunday Chillas (SABC 1), Afro Café (SABC 2) and I Love South Africa (eTV) to name a few. She is also a director and shareholder of Black Swan Media, producers of The Voice South Africa and The Single Wives SA on Mnet.

Relebogile’s distinctive voice has been heard in films, documentaries, television and radio ads and promos for over a decade working with various brands. Relebogile’s radio journey began at Talk Radio 702. She went on to host the Early Breakfast before moving to Metro FM as a co-host and news reader for the Fresh Breakfast Show. She later went on to join the afternoon drive show, The King’s Suite.

Relebogile has a certificate in Entertainment Law from the University of Johannesburg and has a certificate in Business Management and Entrepreneurship at the University of South Africa and has trained for board directorship and chairmanship through IODSA. She previously sat on the board of the National Eisteddfod Academy and chaired the board of the Southern African Music Rights Organisation.

While winner and nominee of various awards over the years, she has recently been nominated as Best News Reader for a Commercial Station at the South African Radio Awards 2020 and won in the categories of Woman in Media and overall winner at the Woman in Stature Awards 2020.

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

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Nomuzi Mabena

Nomuzi "Mooz-lie" Mabena

With her unique look, quick wit and bubbly personality, its no surprise that Nomuzi Mabena also fondly known as Moo-zlie – to her fans - , beat thousands of hopefuls and won the MTV Base VJ search in 2012.

Before winning the VJ search Nomuzi started out in Benoni as a model. She has modelled for lines such as ‘Khosi Nkosi @YDE and The Trading Post amongst many more. She has walked in the popular ‘Palulu Love Pops Up Show’

But it wasn’t too long until Nomuzi was introduced to the South African public, when she was one of the top two finalists for the SABC 1 Live presenter search.

Not only did she come second in this search, she was also a top 6 finalist in the Media Career Guide presenter search.

From the age of 16, Nomuzi has been a stellar MC at events such as ‘Tuks Rag Queen’ crowning,  ‘Africa’s biggest hip hop dance competition ‘, ‘Masters of Rhythm’, Mr and Miss Benoni and the MTV Base Live Urban Smooth Sessions with Klipdrift and many more.

Nomuzi is fun, fearless and a force to be reckoned with and on stage she has an impeccable interaction with the crowd.

Having interviewed the likes of Miguel, Snoop Dogg, Dbanj, Flavour, and Khuli Chana , no interview or crowd is too small or too big for Nomuzi to handle.

Having reigned as Miss Benoni 2010 , Nomuzi has been involved in the well-being and upliftment of the women and children of Benoni. She has worked with ‘The Ithemba Rape and Crisis Centre’ Today she still continues that relationship and another close one to her heart is the children at Sibonelo Intermediary School.

With her personal motto – ‘Where there is life, there is hope’ – the sky truly is the limit for this ambitious young lady.

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

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Nolly Meje

Noluthando "Nolly" Meje

Noluthando ‘Nolly’ Meje Nqayi is one of the countries most loved and sought after celebrities – having spent over a decade as a leading actress, television presenter, model, singer and songwriter.

Having cut her teeth as a Top 12 finalist on the ‘Idols’ reality series in 2003, Nolly was catapulted into the spotlight. She would later return to the competition in 2011, where she would reach Top 10 status.

Since the age of five Nolly has been on television in various capacities. She has acted in numerous drama series’ including ‘Shooting Stars’, ‘HomeAffairs’’ and ‘The Interrogation Room’. Nolly has also presented the TV shows ‘Destination SA’ and ‘What’s Your Story?’ Nolly comes alive in front of the camera and whether she’s holding a microphone and singing or presenting or reciting lines, she delivers like a true star.

In December 2008 Nolly hosted the third season of the SABC 2 youth talk show ‘Keep It Real’. She later joined the SABC 1 reality dance competition show ‘Jam Alley’ (Crew vs. Crew) as a co-host and in the same year became one of the starring cast members of the SABC 3 satirical sketch comedy series ‘Sketch U Later’.  In 2012 Nolly hosted Turn It Out on SABC 1 and was nominated for a Metro Award the following year. She currently plays Faith, a lead role in the Afrikaans drama series ‘Swartwater’.

Despite her busy acting and presenting schedule, Nolly continues to record her own music and release her songs publicly. This is one aspect of her career that will always be important to her and she plans on recording a new album in the near future.

Also a highly sought-after and formidable voice over artist in both English and Xhosa, Nolly is able to deliver in a variety of voice over styles and is the ultimate professional in studio.

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

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