Zenokuhle Maseko
Zenokuhle Maseko | |
|---|---|
| Born | Zenokuhle Zenani Maseko 8 February 1998 |
| Nationality | South African |
| Other names | Zeno |
| Education | Benoni High School |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
| Notable work | |
Zenokuhle Zenani Maseko (born February 8, 1998) is a South African actress and influencer.[1][2] She is best known playing the starring role as Mbali Dikana on the 1Magic drama series The River and the lead role as Nothando in Mzansi Magic short film Isphiwo.[3][4]
Early life
Maseko was born on 2 February 1998, in Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa. She attended from Benoni High School.[5][6]
Career
In 2018, Maseko made her first professional acting debut in a popular South African telenovela The River playing the starring role of Mbali Dikana , the daughter of Sindi Dlathu "(Lindiwe Dikana)" and Hlomla Dandala "Zweli Dikana" but exits the show at season 2.[7][8] She also acted as Aya in the SABC 1 drama series Diamond City, which premiered in October 2018.[9] In 2021, she made her debut in SABC 3 telenovela The Estate where she starred as Sindisiwe Phakathwayo.[10][11][12]
In 2024, she played the lead in a short film Isphiwo as Nothando Sibande with Nozuko Ncayiyani[13][14] She also appeared in e.tv soapie opera Scandal! as Tankiso.[15][16] In 2025, she appeared in Showmax drama Adulting playing the recurring role as Mpumi.
Filmography
| Year | Series | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-2020 | The River | Mbali Dikana |
| 2018 | Diamond City | Aya |
| 2021 | The Estate | Sindisiwe Phakathwayo |
| 2024 | Isphiwo | Nothando Sbonde |
| Scandal! | Tankiso | |
| 2025–present | Adulting | Mpumi |
References
- ^ Mogeni, Rodah (10 December 2023). "Mzansi Magic's S'phiwo: cast with images, plot summary, full story, trailer - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Mataz, Simba (15 August 2020). "Zenokuhle Maseko bio". Savanna News. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "'Being on The River was an absolute dream' - Zenokuhle Maseko". News24. Retrieved 28 May 2025.
- ^ Malatsi, Lethabo. "Zenokuhle Maseko's new role on S'phiwo - 'Acting chose me'". News24. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Adeaga, Favour (8 April 2021). "Get to know Zenokuhle Maseko". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Tlhoaele, Kgalalelo. "Ex-The River actress: I've been judged a lot". Daily Sun. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Makhoba, Ntombizodwa. "The end of The River for Mbali". News24. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Kekana, Chrizelda (28 January 2020). "Three amazing scenes from 'The River', unlocked by Mbali's death played by Zenokuhle Maseko"". TimesLive. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Diamond City | Full Cast | Season 1 | TVSA". www.tvsa.co.za. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Kekana, Chrizelda (22 February 2021). "Zeno Maseko starred in SABC 3 new telenovela "The Estate"". TimesLive. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Heather (1 February 2021). "The River Mbali Actress Joins Upcoming SAB3 Soapie The Estate". iHarare Jobs. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Mpembe, Thando (2 February 2021). "Moving on Up: Zenokuhle Maseko Bags New Role in Telenovela, 'The Estate' - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Lelaka, Maropeng (8 January 2024). "Zenokuhle Maseko And Nozuko Ncayiyane Lead In Mzansi Magic New Series S'phiwo". SA Creatives. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Seleme, Rae (16 November 2023). "'The River' star Zenokuhle Maseko secures leading role in 'S'phiwo'". The South African. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Laubscher, Jan (13 June 2024). "Young Actress Zenokuhle Maseko Joins "etvScandal"". Student Living South Africa. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Seleme, Rae (11 February 2024). "'The River' star Zenokuhle Maseko secures role in 'Scandal!'". The South African. Retrieved 31 May 2025.