Nambitha Ben-Mazwi
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi, also known as “Lady Nam,” is an award-winning actress, entrepreneur, style icon, and global activist. A University of Cape Town graduate with an Honours degree in Business Science, she was recognized as one of the top 5 entrepreneurs in South Africa by Accenture Group in 2019.
As the founder of the women’s empowerment movement #SheSpeaksByLadyNam, Lady Nam has used her platform to inspire and uplift women worldwide. She has built a successful media company, NambithaBM Media, and made history as the first South African with six Netflix International credits. Her standout roles include Netflix’s “Savage Beauty,” Showmax’s “Empini,” “Happiness Ever After,” the Emmy-winning “Black Mirror,” and Showtime’s “King Shaka.” In 2024, she won “Best Actress” at the Global NFTSA Awards for her performances in Savage Beauty and Empini.
In addition to acting, Lady Nam is a Global Citizen Ambassador, UN Equal Education Ambassador, and Brand SA Ambassador. She was named one of the 20 Black women shaping global entertainment by Leading Ladies Africa in 2024, alongside industry icons like Issa Rae and Lupita Nyong’o. She also had the honor of being chosen by Beyoncé for Black Is King, where she advocates for “dark skin magic” and the empowerment of marginalized women.
Her accolades include Glamour Woman of the Year (2016), Woman of Wonder (2020), Actress of the Year (2022), and a Global Visionary Award (2023). Recently, she was honored as an Industry ICON by Don Julio 1942 at the 2024 Academy Oscars Night.
Lady Nam’s influence extends beyond entertainment; she is a prominent brand ambassador and hosted the 2023 Moët & Chandon Champagne Day in Epernay. She continues to make waves with her international hosting role at the 2024 Essence Film Festival, further cementing her status as a global powerhouse in entertainment and activism.
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