Fana Mokoena
Biography
Fana Mokoena is a South African actor born on May 13, 1971, in Kroonstad, South Africa. Locally, he is best known for his lead roles in the television series Yizo Yizo, Generations, and The Lab. His biggest film role to date is the supporting role of General Bizimingu in the 2004 film Hotel Rwanda. He also has a starring role in the tenth season of the SABC1 drama series Soul City, which aired in 2010. His other film credits include World War Z and Safe House, known in some regions by alternate titles.
Career overview
Fana Mokoena is a South African actor born on May 13, 1971, in Kroonstad, South Africa. He is known locally for his lead roles in several television series, including Yizo Yizo, Generations, and The Lab. In 2010, he also took on a starring role in the tenth season of the SABC1 drama series Soul City.
His film work includes a supporting role as General Bizimingu in the 2004 film Hotel Rwanda, which stands as his biggest film role to date. In addition to Hotel Rwanda, he has become known for his work in other films such as World War Z and Safe House, known in Czech as Svetova valka Z and Zivot v busi.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
15 titles- 180 (2026) as Eezy
- The Call (2015) as Sibongiseni
- Cold Harbour (2014) as Specialist
- World War Z (2013) as Thierry Umutoni
- Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom (2013) as Govan Mbeki
- Safe House (2012) as Officer-in-Charge
- Inside Story (2011) as Goodwill
- Man on Ground (2011) as Timothi
- State of Violence (2010) as Bobedi
- Hopeville (2009)
- Hotel Rwanda (2004) as General Bizimungu
- Dangerous Ground (1997) as Youth
- Jump the Gun (1997) as Man in shacks
- In a Time of Violence: The Line (1994) as Tebogo
- 180
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Fana Mokoena best known for?
Fana Mokoena is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including 180 (2026), World War Z (2013), Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom (2013), Safe House (2012).
When and where was Fana Mokoena born?
Fana Mokoena was born on May 13, 1971 in Kroonstad, South Africa.
How many credits does Fana Mokoena have?
Fana Mokoena has accumulated over 15 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1994 to 2026.
What is Fana Mokoena's background in cinema and television?
Fana Mokoena is a South African actor born on May 13, 1971, in Kroonstad, South Africa. Locally, he is best known for his lead roles in the television series Yizo Yizo, Generations, and The Lab. His biggest film role to date is the supporting role of General Bizimingu in the 2004 film Hotel Rwanda. He also has a starri...