Ndaba Mhlongo


Ndaba Walter Mhlongo was a South African actor and choreographer best known for his role of Mshefane in the 1977 production Inyakanyaka. Ndaba is widely regarded as one of South Africa's most prominent comedians. Joe Mafela, himself an established comedian, described Ndaba's comedy as effortless.

Career

Mhlongo is well known for the comedy Inyakanyaka, and the dramatic film uDeliwe in which he acted with his wife and son. His other known works include Isivumelwano, Upondo no Nkinsela, Bad Company, Strike Force and Ngaka

Personal life

Mhlongo was married to actress Mary Twala. They had 2 children together; Archie and Somizi.

Awards and nominations

Mhlongo received a Tony Award nomination for Best Choreography on Mbongeni Ngema's Sarafina! in 1988.