Vatiswa Ndara


Vatiswa Ndara is a South African actress and media personality.

Early years and education

She was born in Middelberg which is located in the Eastern Cape province.

Career

In 1994, she began her career as a news reader and compiler at Radio Transkei. She has also worked as a presenter at other radio stations including Radio Bob, Kaya FM, Metro FM, 5FM and Highveld Stereo. Her acting career began when she was offered the role of Ma'mfundisi in Generations. She has since starred in the television series Gaz'lam, Nomzamo, Home Affairs, Tsha Tsha, and Society. She appeared in the 2019 film Salvation.

Filmography

GenerationsGaz'lamNomzamoHome AffairsSocietyShooting Stars90 Plein StreetIhawu le SizweMuvhangoIgaziIthembaTsha TshaSociety
  • ''Salvation''

Open letter

On 8 October 2019, Ndara wrote a 6-page letter to Nathi Mthethwa, the arts and culture minister, which was posted on Twitter. In the letter, she alleged that Connie Ferguson and Shona Ferguson's company, Ferguson Films, mistreated actors in the entertainment industry. The letter went viral and sparked debates on the internet.

Awards and recognition