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Dippy Padi

August 16, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Dippy Padi

Dippy Padi is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry with a multifaceted career spanning; acting, singing, voice over and presenting, Dippy captivates audiences with her undeniable talent and magnetic presence.

Recognized for her compelling performances, Dippy has left an indelible mark on screen with her recurring roles in hit TV shows such as Adulting on Showmax, Soon Comes Night, and How To Ruin Christmas on Netflix, solidifying her status as a sought-after actress in the industry.

Beyond her acting prowess, Dippy has seamlessly transitioned into the world of music, collaborating with esteemed artists and even hosting her own music television show, showcasing her versatility and passion for the arts.

Dippy’s journey to success is underlined by her dedication to her craft and extensive training. A graduate of the National School of the Arts and AFDA, where she specialized in Live Performance, Dippy has honed her skills to perfection, earning acclaim for her performances on stage and screen alike.

Her versatility extends beyond the camera, as Dippy is also celebrated for her exceptional talent as a voice-over artist. From bringing beloved characters to life, such as Zoe in Takalani Sesame, to lending her captivating voice as the ADR narrator for Netflix’s Blood and Water Season 3 & 4, Dippy’s vocal range and emotive delivery captivate audiences.

Dippy Padi continues to inspire and captivate with her unparalleled talent by leaving an enduring mark on the entertainment landscape with every performance, as she continues to explore new avenues and push creative boundaries, Dippy remains a shining beacon of excellence in the entertainment industry.

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

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Carol Ofori

June 29, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Carol Ofori

Carol currently lives between Johannesburg, and Durban and is willing to travel for work.

Carol is an accomplished and highly regarded voice-over artist, radio presenter, TV presenter, author, and master of ceremonies. With a career spanning over 15 years, she has achieved numerous accolades and notable experiences.

In 2023, Carol received the prestigious SOVAS (Society of Voice Artists and Sciences) award, often dubbed the "Oscar for voices," in the "Africa radio" category. This recognition highlights her exceptional talent and contributions to the industry. She has lent her voice to various significant events and shows throughout her career. For instance, Carol has been the voice of the South African Music Awards, Miss South Africa voice of god, and the MTV MAMA's voice. She has also voiced many beloved brands such as Cell C, Game, Standard Bank, Dstv, Protex, Parmalat, 947, and KFM.

Not limited to voice-over work, Carol is also a Disney character who portrays the role of Manomi in Disney Plus's first African anthology series called "Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire." This demonstrates her versatility and ability to captivate audiences across different mediums.

Aside from her voice-over success, Carol has excelled as a radio presenter and TV presenter. She hosted the SABC Talk show "Raising Babies 101" for two seasons and has worked on various radio shows broadcasted on stations like 947, Radio 2000, Metro FM, and East Coast Radio. Hosting her own radio show on East Coast Radio from 9 am to 12 pm, she has earned the endearing nickname "daytime diva" from her fans.

Carol's skills extend beyond broadcasting and entertainment. She is a skilled master of ceremonies, keynote speaker, and facilitator. She has presided over numerous events, including East Coast Radio's business breakfasts, the KZN top business awards, the Face of Oceans Mall competition, and Soroptimist International events.

Furthermore, Carol is a published author of the children's book series titled "African Adventures of Sena and Katlego." The books, published by Lingua Franca Publishers, are available at leading stores and online at Amazon and Takealot. This initiative showcases her creativity and commitment to engaging with young readers.

In partnership with East Coast Radio, Carol launched "The Carol Ofori Podcast" in 2023. The podcast features conversations with seasoned professionals who share their experiences and insights or ordinary people with interesting stories to tell. This platform allows Carol to showcase her interviewing skills and engage with a diverse range of guests.

Carol holds two degrees—a journalism degree from the University of Johannesburg and a postgraduate degree in marketing management from the Vega School. Her educational background complements her professional achievements, enabling her to excel in her field.

Throughout her career, Carol has had numerous memorable moments. She has been a weekly columnist for the Witness newspaper in KwaZulu-Natal and contributed to SOUL magazine with a monthly dedicated feature. She has interviewed notable figures such as President Nelson Mandela, Hollywood actor Antonio Banderas, and American rapper Lil Kim. Additionally, she has won a Liberty Radio Award and delivered a keynote address at the international Essence Festival in Durban, among other accomplishments.

Overall, Carol Ofori is an accomplished and multi-talented individual who has made significant contributions to the voice-over industry, broadcasting, literature, and event hosting. Her versatility, professionalism, and engaging presence have solidified her reputation as one of Africa's prominent media personalities.

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

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Mamohau Seseane

June 26, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Mamohau Seseane

While Mamohau sadly does not personally know Charlize Theron, she comes “straight outta” Benoni, on the East Rand of Johannesburg, but now wakes up to much-loved views of Table Mountain. Within the Primedia stable, she has participated in a number of round-table discussions on sister talk radio station, Cape Talk, regarding social issues, as well as completing various voice-over projects. She relishes engaging in intimate conversation with her listeners, accompanied by love jams, on “Kfm Sunday Love Songs with Mamohau”, every Sunday, from 7-10pm.

With a voice described as “golden”, she is an accomplished voice over artist, having lent her voice to many corporate campaigns, TV and radio advertisements and social initiatives, including the Third Inter-ministerial Conference for Health and Environment in Africa. She also serves as the station voice for Gauteng’s biggest commercial talk radio station, 702, as well as CapeTalk. Mamohau thrives as a lifestyle model and performer. Her modelling portfolio exhibits her immense versatility and vibrant personality, having shot campaigns for leading brands including Levi's, Globacom, Nedbank, Pep, Lewis Stores, and Sportsman's Warehouse.

As a sought-after master of ceremonies, her portfolio includes the Sanlam Top Destination Awards, first TEDxStellenbosch Women’s event, Empower Me Women’s Day celebrations, Bubbles & Bliss annual charity event, and the LeadSA Heroes Awards, to name a few. She also masterfully hosts and facilitates dialogues & discussions, including the Chambord Freedom Day Women’s Lunch and Celebrity Power Panel, in conversation with successful celebrity women who are trailblazers in their fields.

While studying at Stellenbosch University, Mamohau was elected Irene Residence’s head of Critical Engagement, First Years, and Welcoming, and pioneered the very first Women Empowerment portfolio in her student community, a reflection of her passion for uplifting women and girls. As a law student, Mamohau is passionate about human rights, women empowerment and social justice. She aspires to truly be a changemaker and broaden access to legal mechanisms to effect tangible change. She has worked at The Justice Desk, an internationally-recognised and award-winning Queen’s Young Leaders human rights NPO. She is also the Vice Curator of the Cape Town Hub of the World Economic Forum’s Global Shapers Community, a network of young working professionals committed to making a positive impact.

When she’s not working on her diverse career endeavours, Mamohau enjoys the cultural side of life, travelling, adventuring, and experiencing the beauty the world has to offer. She loves being engrossed in a new read while drinking copious amounts of tea, dancing (very badly), trying out new restaurants and cuisine, hiking, playing netball, and doing a “sho’t left” to explore South Africa’s local gems.

Mamohau's multi-talented nature, go-getting spirit and warmth makes her a true asset in any social sphere. Living by the maxim, "Who dares, wins", this young talent is definitely one to watch.

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

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Eureka Nkese

June 20, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Eureka Nkese

Meet Eureka, a seasoned voice-over artist with a knack for comedy and character performances. With over 10 years of experience as a stand-up comedian, Eureka brings a unique blend of humour and versatility to every project. Currently serving as a creative director in advertising, Eureka's deep understanding of the industry enables him to deliver captivating performances for both television and radio commercials.

Eureka is skilled at multiple delivery styles, including bright, conversational, soft sell and hard sell, whatever it is, Eureka captivates audiences with his dynamic performances. Eureka takes direction exceptionally well and his skillful interpretation of scripts combined with his innate comedic timing creates an engaging and memorable experience for listeners. As an international award-winning voice-over artist Eureka's talent has been recognized and celebrated in the industry.

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

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Njabulo Ndlela

June 14, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Njabulo Ndlela

Njabulo is from Durban, Kwazulu-Natal and currently living in Johannesburg.

Njabulo’s received his first TV opportunity as a ten year old on an Aquafresh commercial featuring Lucas Radebe. The acting ‘bug bit’ following that opportunity and Njabulo nurtured his talent throughout his schooling career in Durban. He developed a love of reading, writing and speaking during high school and took part in several school plays. He is fluent in English and isiZulu, he has also developed a keen interest in accents and is able to deliver a generic American Accent as well as a Belfast, Northern Irish accent.

In 2021, Njabulo completed an FET certificate in Drama at Oakfield’s College in Pretoria and in 2022 he completed a higher certificate in Performing Arts at AFDA for which he received a distinction.

Njabulo is a natural in the voice over booth and easily able to take direction, he would be a great choice to lend his voice to any brand.

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

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Abulele Mafuya

June 14, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Abulele Mafuya

Abulele Mafuya has been working as a voice actor, writer and presenter since 2007.

He began by presenting and narrating current affairs inserts for community radio and TV stations, as well as training videos and e-learning courses for a variety of organisations, including Pearson, Standard Bank and Oxford University.

He has since lent his voice to a number of radio and television commercials, in English and isiXhosa for top brands such as Burger King, Hyundai, Old Mutual and Parmalat.

As a writer, he has served in various capacities in the industry as a copywriter, scriptwriter, script supervisor and editor.

In his private time he attempts to take flight by flapping his long arms. Results have been at best, negligible. Once he managed to raise himself to around stoep height. It was a Tuesday.

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

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Khosi Ngema

April 20, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Khosi Ngema

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Khosi Ngema is an actress and singer-songwriter born in Johannesburg South Africa on 2 November 1999. Khosi grew up in a creative family and naturally fell in love with the arts as a child.

On 20 May 2020, she made her acting debut in the second African Netflix original series “Blood and Water” as the second lead role - “Fikile Bhele” a star swimmer of an elite high school who is suspected to be the abducted at birth sister of leading character “Puleng Khumalo”.

Before her acting debut on Blood and Water, her acting experience was from taking Dramatic Arts in high school as well as writing and acting in a few short films thereafter. Khosi was recently acknowledged and praised by renowned actress Gabrielle Union on her acting and career endeavours. She is currently working on independent projects in music and fashion as well as making efforts to get more involved in the community to highlight and address national and global social matters.

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

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Nhlanhla Buthelezi

April 4, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Nhlanhla Buthelezi

Nhlanhla Buthelezi, otherwise affectionately referred to by his clan name, Shenge, is a language practitioner and polished communicator. His fluent usage of IsiZulu, Setswana, and English, to effectively convey diverse messages, has earned him appreciation from various sectors of society as a seasoned language enthusiast, writer, and voiceover artist.

He has been a sought after programme director and speaker at keynote community events, brand activations, schools, media launches, as well as corporate functions. His voiceover journey commenced in 2007, this, coupled with his work within the communication industry, has since established him as a fervent advocate and communicator with a deep love for Indigenous languages.

Buthelezi is a progressive rebel, passionate about people development, conflict resolution programmes, as well as key intervention strategies for youths and communities at risk. He advocates for the development of holistic socio-economic and cultural systems, as critical, and primary in the elevation of black impoverished communities from squalor. To this end, he works extensively with NGOs across the country, to create sustainable programmes of mentorship, to assist, equip, and train diverse members of society.

In his formative career, he established his footprint within the marketing and communications industry, as well as joint consultancy work within the private and public sector. He has done extensive work in brand strategy, advertising, as well as brand communications. He is also a published author.

He is married to Yondela MaDhlamini Buthelezi, together they are parents to Mlulamisi and Emihle Buthelezi. He resides with his family in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

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

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Busisiwe Mtshali

March 23, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Busisiwe Mtshali

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Busisiwe Mtshali’s passion and vibrant personality are without a doubt the most enduring characteristics about this incredible actress. Born, bred and raised in the bustling streets of Johannesburg, Busisiwe is without a doubt a city slicker who thrives in the fast pace of city life.

Busisiwe completed her tertiary education at the University of the Witwatersrand where she obtained her Honors Degree in a Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic arts in 2013, her career though started well before obtaining her qualification. While studying she was notorious for juggling both her studies and her passion for the industry with ease and utmost professionalism and because of this Busisiwe was able to pave the path of her destiny. From Lokshin bioscopes to international features she has continued to prove that her passion, professionalism and eagerness have remained integral in how she approaches her craft.

Busisiwe has been a part of some very popular shows within the South African industry and such as Lockdown, Ring of Lie to name a few, but many may commonly know her for her role of Thandeka on Thandeka’s Diary. She’s also graced our screens on soapies such as Scandal as well as Isidingo. In 2019 she booked her first international feature film following the narrative of Muslim girls saved from a Boko Haram camp. With both local and international film festival awards under her belt it’s clear to see that her range is wide and her talent immeasurable.

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

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Tshepo Matshaba

February 15, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Tshepo Matshaba

After studying Journalism at Rhodes University Tshepo’s professional journey began at Succeed Magazine writing entrepreneurial articles which led to his own column “Da Funki Generashun” in 1998. Tshepo’s writing caught the eye of John Hunt, head of renowned advertising agency TBWA Hunt Lascaris. John asked Tshepo to join the team and work on the MTN account as copywriter, producer and he managed to also voice a character in the MTN “Stix” radio campaign. This led to Tshepo’s first television voice over performance for an MTN TV commercial.

In 2004, after working heavily in advertising, Tshepo began leaning more towards recording voice overs. By 2006, Tshepo regularly booked voice work, radio and TV campaigns in English, Setswana, Sesotho and isiZulu. In 2008 Tshepo was approached by Mr Patrick Bogatsu, then Programme manager for the leading Durban based KZN regional radio station Gagasi FM to be the station’s imaging voice, a role he continued with for nine years.

Tshepo has voiced countless radio and TV commercials for top companies such as Vodacom, Total, SAB Breweries, Multichoice, Mzansi Magic, Old Mutual, DSTV, Nedbank, Mzansi Bioskop, Mzansi Wethu, Absaville, Multichoice Diski Challenge, Nedbank Cup, Kaya FM, MTN, Accenture, Cambridge Food, Anglo American and Telkom Mobile.

Tshepo has experience in writing, translating, voicing, and producing radio dramas, educational videos, e-learning, documentaries for all major industries including Mining, Financial Services, Automotive, Health, Entertainment, Retail, Government and more. Tshepo’s experience is wide and varied.

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

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