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Zanele Potelwa

February 15, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Zanele Potelwa

Zanele Potelwa is one of the youngest minds in the commercial radio and TV space – 5FM Monday – Friday Lunch 12pm to 3pm & TV Presenter on SABC 1: Selimathunzi. Zanele is full of life, inspired and a multi-faceted young woman from the Eastern Cape and there is nothing she loves more than people. Her passion and absolute respect for the art of speaking – in every shape and form – stems from the love that she has for communicating with, being with, and wanting to know more about people from all different walks of life. From radio to television presenting, to being an MC (for corporate events and musical festivals), and even acting.

After having worked as The Drive Time show host at TuksFM in 2018, Zanele joined 947 as part of the 947 Crew and as an on-air presenter on their overnight show on weekends. During the week, Zanele and her fellow crew members were correspondents and the ‘on the ground’ crew for 947 for all the cool things happening in and around Joburg with teams like ‘Anele and The Club’.

Zanele then joined the national radio station 5FM – 1 – 4AM Monday-Friday. She then moved to join the Roger Goode Show as traffic presenter and after just one year, was given her very own weekday lunch time show. Zanele quickly won the “Bright Stars Award” at the Liberty Radio Awards 2019.

In 2017, Zanele entered the “Mzansi Insider TV Presenter Search’ where she was awarded Runner-Up. Soon after, she became a guest presenter on Selimathunzi, the celebrity entertainment show on SABC 1 & the longest running magazine show in SA & as of early 2020, Zanele became the main TV Presenter for the show.

Zanele has also worked at the Global Citizen Festival Mandela 100 Event that took place at FNB Stadium in 2018, where she interviewed local and international trailblazers such Denai Gurira, D’banj, Bonang Matheba and the deputy Prime Minister of Belgium: Alexander Croo.

Other MC career highlights:

Red Carpet Host for South African Music Awards 2019
Host for Gen Next Awards 2021 & 2022
Red Carpet Host for SA Amapiano Awards 2021
Pink Carpet Host for Feather Awards 2021
Host for Homecoming 2021
Host for Big Brother eviction parties.

Zanele is also a DJ, Content Creator, Actress and Voice Over Artist and a true lover of the beautiful entertainment industry that she finds herself so blessed to be part of.

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

Zanele Potelwa - English Conversational - OSM Talent

Zanele Potelwa - English Conversational (2) - OSM Talent

Zanele Potelwa - English Dramatic - OSM Talent

Zanele Potelwa - English HardSell - OSM Talent

Zanele Potelwa - English Promo - OSM Talent

Keamohetsoe Mofokeng

February 15, 2023 By Owen Swanson

Keamohetsoe Mofokeng

Keamohetsoe has been performing since before primary school! Now in her teens, she has an excellent talent for recording voice over. Easily delivering upbeat and bright sell reads to a slower, more emotional soft sell, Kea also understands script and takes direction superbly.

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

Keamohetsoe Mofokeng - English - Bright Conversational - OSM Talent

Keamohetsoe Mofokeng - English - Promo - OSM Talent

Keamohetsoe Mofokeng - English - Soft Sell - OSM Talent

Paballo Koza

September 23, 2022 By Owen Swanson

Paballo Koza

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Paballo began acting at age 5, starring in numerous commercials. At age 11, he landed his first TV role on the SABC 2 drama series ‘Thola.’ He also starred in the short film ‘The Blanket’ and recorded voice overs for Cell C’s TV & radio ads. He proceeded to get a supporting role in the SAFTA winning soapie ‘Rhythm City’ at age 13 and starred in the Darrel Roodt, SATFA nominated, comedy film ‘Skorokoro’ the same year.

At age 14 he received an African Movie Academy Award nomination for Best Young Actor for his starring role in the theatrical drama film ‘Dora’s Peace.’ During the same year he also began acting on the SAFTA nominated Mzansi Magic telenovela ’The Queen’, to which he had a recurring role through the six consecutive seasons.

He starred in the ETV drama ‘Easy Money’ at the age of 15. Paballo then proceeded to act in the critically acclaimed Mzansi Magic drama series ‘Houskeepers’ the following year, to which he had a supporting role during the first two seasons and a starring role on the third season.

Paballo acted while simultaneously attending school, which showcased his passion for acting as well as diligence and good work ethic. He attended high school at The National School of The Arts, majoring in Dramatic Arts.

In 2020, he starred in the SAFTA nominated Netflix film ‘Riding with Sugar’ as well as a guest role on BET’s telenovela ‘Isono’ that same year.

After graduating high school with a bachelor’s pass and three distinctions in 2020, he took his studies further by studying filmmaking at The New York Film Academy.

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

Paballo Koza - English Conversational - OSM Talent

Paballo Koza - English Conversational (2) - OSM Talent

Paballo Koza - English Corporate - OSM Talent

Paballo Koza - English Dramatic - OSM Talent

Paballo Koza - English Hard Sell - OSM Talent

Nhlanhla Buthelezi

May 9, 2022 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.

Nhlanhla Buthelezi - English Conversational - OSM Talent

Nhlanhla Buthelezi - English Corporate - OSM Talent

Nhlanhla Buthelezi - English Hard Sell - OSM Talent

Nhlanhla Buthelezi - English Soft Sell - OSM Talent

Nhlanhla Buthelezi - Setswana Conversational - OSM Talent

Nhlanhla Buthelezi - Zulu Conversational - OSM Talent

Nhlanhla Buthelezi - Zulu Hardsell - OSM Talent

Jimmy Creates

March 10, 2022 By Owen Swanson

Jimmy Creates

Popularly known as Jimstone, his multi-talents have always been nurtured by his love of not only music but acting, literature and sound production. He's mostly as good as he is because of how much attention he paid to little details and imitating accents throughout films and theatrical videos he watched. This moulded him into a songwriter, musical producer and voice-over artist with hopes of doing more on-screen acting work in the near future.

George believes he has always spent more time trying to challenge himself instead of doing what's known as trendy or popular. This is how his first opportunity as a voice over artist came, working at energy FM (2016-2018) hosting a 9-12 am show called "The Subtle Invasion".

George was asked to fill in for a voice artist who couldn’t make it to the recording, which left the producers stunned at how well his first go at it went. This landed him more work for commercials both local and international.

After completing high school (Northern Academy 2009), he went on to get formally trained in IT networking at CTI, program management and sound engineering, but it seems most of the action he enjoys more is music and voice-acting.

His inspiration comes from the daily emotions and thoughts that he finds hard to express in any other way besides music or art, generally. Love, despair, happiness and every other feeling sparks the different sides his audience has come to experience in his versatile talents.

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

Jimmy Creates - English Bright - OSM Talent

Jimmy Creates - English Conversational - OSM Talent

Jimmy Creates - English Conversational 2 - OSM Talent

Jimmy Creates - English Conversational 3 - OSM Talent

Jimmy Creates - English Corporate - OSM Talent

Themba Behrens

July 22, 2021 By Owen Swanson

Themba Behrens

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Themba Robin – a South African Voice Artist, Actor, MC and Content Creator .

His comical undertone and infectious personality translates well across all mediums.

He has appeared in two Netflix Shows, a number of popular TV commercials and his voice can be heard on TV and Radio spots.

He will bring spark and wit to your project .

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

Themba Behrens - English British Accent

Themba Behrens - English Conversational

Themba Behrens - English Conversational 2

Themba Behrens - English Corporate

Themba Behrens - English Corporate 2

Themba Behrens - English Hard Sell

Themba Behrens - English Hard Sell 2

Themba Behrens - English Soft Sell

Shannon Leibach

May 4, 2021 By Owen Swanson

Shannon Leibach

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Shannon Leibach was born in Johannesburg on the 17th October 1995 and started acting at an early age. Since he was enrolled in school he participated in school concerts, eisteddfods, and toastmasters; winning numerous awards from the age of eight to eighteen.

When Shannon matriculated he knew that acting, MCing and presenting was his passion, he decided to study Theatre and Performance at Wits university from 2014 to 2018. While studying Shannon won a monologue competition hosted by the prestigious IMTA and was flown to New York where he placed 2nd in his age group for monologue, improv, scene, commercial and cold read work.

Not long after that Shannon participated in the annual Presenter Search on 3 competition which is an open audition hosted by SABC 3 for their new Top Billing, Expresso, and Afternoon Express shows. Out of 5000 people Shannon placed 7th narrowly missing out on the coveted top six which all landed SABC contracts but the best was yet to come.

In 2019, with no radio experience, Shannon was handpicked by DJ Fresh to join his brand new radio show on the radio station 947. Dj Fresh had been one of the judges on Presenter Search on 3 and saw the massive potential he had and knew it was the right time to snatch him up.

Shannon has been a hit on the show with his sharp humor and down to earth nature that Joburg has come to adore. Shannon has worked with brands such as Vodacom and Samsung and lately you can see him rocking the DJ decks at a club near you as he is thoroughly addicted to any type of entertainment.

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

Shannon Leibach - English Bright

Shannon Leibach - English Conversational

Shannon Leibach - English Corporate

Shannon Leibach - English Hard Sell

Shannon Leibach - English Intimate

Lwazi Mkhize

April 8, 2021 By Owen Swanson

Lwazi Mkhize

Lwazi Mkhize is a performance artist born and raised in KZN now living in Johannesburg.

Throughout his career he has acted in various theatre productions and on camera commercials, and is a well-established voice over artist. He has worked in the industry for over 10 years, and has done voices for some prolific South African and international companies, some highlights include: Nedbank, Shell UK, McDonalds, Nandos, Alexander Forbes, Telkom, Protex, Orange Africa, Miller, Supersport, MTN's 2010 World Cup build up Series "My Beautiful Game" and is currently the voice of MiWay and Lexus. He takes great pride in being able to take direction and the reach the desired performance the client is after.

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

Lwazi Mkhize - English Bright

Lwazi Mkhize - English Conversational

Lwazi Mkhize - English Conversational 2

Lwazi Mkhize - English Corporate

Lwazi Mkhize - English Dramatic

Lwazi Mkhize - English Hardsell

Lwazi Mkhize - English Informative

Lwazi Mkhize - English Intimate

Lwazi Mkhize - English Softsell

Andile Mngadi

March 31, 2021 By Owen Swanson

Andile Mngadi

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Andile is a voice over artist extraordinaire - known for his incredible energy behind the mic, his creative efforts in bringing a script to life, his versatility with delivery styles - Andile enjoys leaving each of his clients feeling like they’ve received “a whole lot more” from him, when he walks out the booth.

With an education from the Durban Institute of Technology where he obtained a National Diploma in Drama, Andile has since worked as an actor in theatre, corporate theatre, TV commercials, television and film. He has also worked as a casting director for television and television commercials.

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

Andile Mngadi - English Bright

Andile Mngadi - English Conversational

Andile Mngadi - English Corporate 1 - OSM Talent

Andile Mngadi - English Hard Sell

Andile Mngadi - English Intimate - OSM Talent

Andile Mngadi - English Narrator

Andile Mngadi - English Soft Sell

Andile Mngadi - Zulu Conversational - OSM Talent

Andile Mngadi - Zulu Hard Sell

Andile Mngadi - Zulu Soft Sell

Kuhle Nkosi

March 12, 2021 By Owen Swanson

Kuhle Nkosi

Kuhle is an AFDA graduate (The South African School of Film, Television and Dramatic Art) and received his degree in Directing, Producing and Writing in 2007. Since graduating he has built up various other experiences within the entertainment industry, working as a sport researcher for the SABC, the 2008 Olympic Games and the Confederation Cup in 2009. Kuhle has also worked as a casting director for television commercials.

He has also worked behind the scenes in Johannesburg’s Hip Hop scene with multiple live events and by providing content and consultancy for some of the top promotors in the city. Some highlights include various shoots and live events for

Slum Village, Blu & Exile, Vast Air of Cannibal Ox, People Under The Stairs, Skyzoo, Planet Asia and Ras Kass.

Kuhle has also featured as an actor in various top brand television commercials, most recently in an international Jameson TV commercial directed by Anthony Mandler. (Jay Z, Usher, Rihanna, Justin Bieber)

Kuhle’s radio experience has seen him co-host an adult talk show segment called ‘Adulting’ on Power DM with Khomotso Moloto and Pabi Moloi.

Over the last ten years, Kuhle has become extremely popular as a voice over artist; recording countless commercials for television, radio and online, Kuhle has been the brand voice for SABC 1 and the station voice for KFM and Cape Talk Radio.

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

Kuhle Nkosi - English Bright - OSM talent

Kuhle Nkosi - English Corporate - OSM talent

Kuhle Nkosi - English Dramatic- OSM talent

Kuhle Nkosi - English HardSell - OSM talent

Kuhle Nkosi - English Intimate - OSM talent

Kuhle Nkosi - English SoftSell - OSM Talent

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Jimmy Creates

Themba Behrens

Shannon Leibach

Lwazi Mkhize

Andile Mngadi

Kuhle Nkosi