Vuyo Novokoza

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Acting Profile
Age:
  23
Location: Johannesburg
Performance Categories:
Actor, Producer, Director
PRIMARY Language/s:
English, Xhosa
SECONDARY Language/s:
Sesotho, Zulu
Accents:
American (Standard), Nigerian
Height: 156cm
Eyes: Brown
Bio:

Vuyo Nolwandle Novokoza is an actress, director, and producer based in Johannesburg, South Africa. As an actress, she embodies characters with depth and authenticity; her work is rooted in a profound passion for storytelling, capturing the essence of diverse narratives. She has passion, talent, leadership skills, a great work ethic, and a giving spirit.

An AFDA graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture Medium, majoring in Directing and Producing, Vuyo has showcased her talent across various genres and formats. She debuted as Lerato in Five Fingers for Marseilles, a South African Western film; Zaza in the award-winning soapie Scandal; Nodumo in the period piece telenovela 1802: Love Defies Time and Minnie in the series Soft Life, now streaming on Showmax.

Beyond acting, she always looks for ways to advance her skills, learn, and understand her career from different angles and perspectives. In 2024, she received a Golden Award at the International Tourism Film Festival Africa for directing Umgcini Wentliziyo, a documentary she starred in and shadow-directed. Her short film Beyond the Blackout, which she wrote and directed, addresses pressing South African issues and garnered attention from the Morning News Show, a testament to her ability to create impactful stories.

She is unafraid to explore complex emotions and challenging narratives as a performer. Through every role, she leaves an indelible mark, proving that her craft is not just about performance but about evoking truth, connection, and lasting impact.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please email Yolinda Du Plessis at yolinda@mlasa.com for bookings and further information.

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