Ama Qamata

Ama Qamata is a renowned African actress, mostly recognised for her starring role in the Netflix critically acclaimed hit series Blood & Water, where she portrays Puleng Khumalo for four seasons - the longest-running Netflix series in Africa.

Ama's career began with a television debut on the South African Broadcasting Corporation's (SABC1) sitcom My Perfect Family, followed by a recurring role on the popular South African soap opera Rhythm City. She ventured into international roles, appearing on BBC's Our Girl and in the Dutch series Commandos: The Mission.

Ama also played a leading role in the popular South African telenovela Gomora, which became the most-watched show in South Africa upon its release in 2020. Additionally, she made her big-screen debut in Matthew Leutwyler's feature film Fight Like a Girl, where she also served as a producer. Ama's portrayal of Safi led to her receiving the Rising Star Award at the Naples International Film Festival and a nomination for Best Actress at the African Movie Academy Awards.

Outside of her acting career, Ama is admired as a role model and philanthropist in the South African entertainment industry. She uses her platform to support the development of young people, collaborating with Dove as an ambassador for the #KeepBeautyReal campaign to promote confidence and self-esteem among young people. Additionally, she generously covered tuition for 20 young girls at Nyanga High School in her home province of Eastern Cape. Ama also delivered an impactful speech as a spotlight speaker at the Forbes Leading Women in Africa summit in 2024. Furthermore, Ama currently holds the role of ambassador for L’Oréal and has been recognised in Forbes Africa's 30 under 30.