Wiseman Zitha
Wiseman Zitha | |
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| Born | Wiseman Zitha 30 December 1995 |
| Education | Tshwane University of Technology |
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| Years active | 2019–present |
Wiseman Zitha (born 30 December 1995) is a South African actor, model and content creator. He is best known for his lead roles roles in SABC 2 telenovela Giyani: Land of Blood as Musawahosi and Mzansi Magic drama series Queen Modjadji as Mamaila.
Life and career
Zitha was born in Giyani, Limpopo, South Africa to a Tsonga and Venda family.[1][2] He went to Tshwane University of Technology where he obtained a degree specialising in Drama.[3][4]
Zitha began his career in 2019 where he made his first television debut in SABC 2 Xitsonga telenovela Giyani: Land of Blood playing the lead role of Musawahosi Baloyi.[5][6] He the rose to prominence and upgraded his career in 2020 where he landed the recurring role in Muvhango.[7] That year, he played the role of Mondli in The River season 3 and short series Sphinx as Lehasa.[8][9] He appeared in BET Africa original telenovela Redemption as Clement in 2022.[10]
In 2023, Zitha played the supporting in a 1Magic drama series Entangled season 2 as Sbu.[11] The following year in 2024, he played the role of Takalani in Showmax film Muswangwe.[12][13] By June, he begged the main role of Mamaila in Mzansi Magic Khilobedu cultural and historical television series Queen Modjadji season 1.[14] He appeared in Netflix telenovela Blood Legacy as Lungelo Blanco.[15]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Giyani: Land of Blood | Mosawahosi Baloyi | Lead role, season 1 & 2 |
| 2020 | The Sphinx | Lehasa | Main role, short series |
| Muvhango | Ndemezo | Recurring role | |
| The River | Mondli | Recurring role, season 3 | |
| 2022 | Redemption | Clement | Recurring role, season 1 |
| 2023 | Entangled | Sbu | Supporting role, season 2 |
| 2024 | Queen Modjadji | Mamaila | Main role, season 1 |
| Blood Legacy | Lungelo Blanco | Starring role |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Muswangwe | Takalani | Lead role |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Association | Category | Nominated works | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Feather Awards | Hunk of the Year | Himself | Won | [16] |
| 2024 | GQ South Africa | Men of the Year | Himself | Won | [17] |
| Zikomo Awards | Best Supporting Actor | As Blanco on Blood Legacy | Won | [18] | |
| Best Young Achiever of the Year | Himself | Won | |||
| Best Actor of the Year | Nominated | ||||
| DStv Content Creators Awards | Thumb Stopping | Himself | Nominated | [19] | |
| 2026 | African Choice Awards | Male TV Star of the Year | Himself | Pending | [20] |
References
- ^ Walubengo, Peris (2020-05-06). "Get To Know Wiseman Zitha". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ TOPCHARTS (2025-03-19). "Wiseman Zitha is Taking Over". Top Charts Africa. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Nkhwashu, Felicia (2019-06-09). "TUT graduate stars in local drama". Rekord. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Matiwane, Nonkululeko. "Wiseman Zitha on landing a leading role a month after graduating and staying on top of his game". News24. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Mathobela, Phuti (2019-06-25). "Giyani: Land of Blood actor switches roles!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Tsewu, Siya (2022-12-19). "Happy holidays from Giyani cast members". News24. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Joyce, Liam Karabo (2020-04-18). "Wiseman Zitha goes from Giyani to Venda in new role on 'Muvhango'". IOL. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Reporter, Citizen (2020-07-31). "Wiseman Zitha and Tumi Masemola join the cast of 'The River'". The Citizen. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Matiwane, Nonkululeko. "Wiseman Zitha on landing a leading role a month after graduating and staying on top of his game". News24. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Mathobela, Phuti. "Giyani: Land of Blood actor switches roles!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
- ^ Germishuys, Andrew. "Current Highlights on Showmax – SAMDB News". Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Germishuys, Andrew. "Current Highlights on Showmax – SAMDB News". Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ "Musangwe has its world premiere at Joburg Film Festival". Stories Showmax. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Khulu, Ntombi. "Wiseman Zitha joins the cast of Queen Modjadji". News24. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ Thomo, Goodwill (2024-12-12). "'I give credit to God': Wiseman Zitha reflects on his acting journey". The South African. Retrieved 2025-11-15.
- ^ "Wiseman Zitha Wins Hunk Of The Year". ZAlebs. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
- ^ "Wiseman Zitha at the 2024 GQ Men Of The Year Awards at River Meadow..." Getty Images. 2024-12-09. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
- ^ "Zikomo Africa Awards are finally coming to South Africa". TimesLIVE. 2024-11-01. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
- ^ "DStv Content Creator Awards 2024 Nominees: Vote for your favorite creators". Memeburn. 2024-08-16. Retrieved 2025-11-16.
- ^ Moroeng, Moroba (2025-10-09). "Nomzamo Mbatha, Gail Mabalane, Thuso Mbedu and More Bag 2026 Africa Choice Awards Nominations - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-11-16.