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Sindiwe Magona

Known For
Acting
Born
August 27, 1943
Active Years
2013–2021 (9 Years)
Total Credits
4 credits in database
Acting Born Aug 27, 1943 4 credits
4
Total Credits
2013–2021
9 Years Career Span
2
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Sindiwe Magona is a South African writer, author, storyteller, motivational speaker, actor, Xhosa teacher, and translator. She was born on August 27, 1943, according to biographical database records. Magona starred as Singisa in the isiXhosa classic drama Ityala Lamawele. In the 2013 animated adventure comedy film Khumba, she provided the voice for the character Gemsbok Healer. Her acting filmography further includes credits in the films Wonderbroeders in 2014, The Soul Collector in 2019, and Good Madam in 2021. In addition to her acting work, she worked in various capacities for the United Nations for more than twenty years until retiring in 2003, and served as the official biographer for Anglican Archbishop Ndungane.

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Career

Career overview

Sindiwe Magona is a South African writer, author, storyteller, motivational speaker, actor, Xhosa teacher, and translator. Born on August 27, 1943, she starred as Singisa in the isiXhosa classic drama Ityala Lamawele. In addition to her television work, her career in film includes voice acting for the character Gemsbok Healer in the 2013 animated adventure comedy film Khumba.

Magona has also appeared in several other motion pictures. Her screen credits include roles in the 2014 film Wonderbroeders, The Soul Collector in 2019, and Good Madam in 2021. Alongside her acting career, she worked in various capacities for the United Nations for more than twenty years until her retirement in 2003, and she has served as a Writer-in-Residence.

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Frequent co-stars

Career timeline

Good Madam
8Mother to Mother · Writer
Khumba

Full Filmography

4 titles
  • Good Madam (2021) as Voice Artist
  • 8 (2020) as Suno's Mother
  • Mother to Mother (2020) Writer
  • Khumba (2013) as Gemsbok Healer (voice)

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Sindiwe Magona best known for?

Sindiwe Magona is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including 8 (2020), Khumba (2013).

When and where was Sindiwe Magona born?

Sindiwe Magona was born on August 27, 1943.

How many credits does Sindiwe Magona have?

Sindiwe Magona has accumulated over 4 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2013 to 2021.

What is Sindiwe Magona's background in cinema and television?

Sindiwe Magona is a South African writer, author, storyteller, motivational speaker, actor, Xhosa teacher, and translator. She was born on August 27, 1943, according to biographical database records. Magona starred as Singisa in the isiXhosa classic drama Ityala Lamawele. In the 2013 animated adventure comedy film Khum...

Sindiwe Magona by the numbers

4credits
4films
0TV series
2013–2021active years

Age in their best-rated roles

  • 8 (2020) as Suno's Mother — aged about 76
  • Khumba (2013) as Gemsbok Healer (voice) — aged about 69

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