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Matshepo Maleme

b. 1980

South African actress and model

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About Matshepo Maleme

Born 1980. Matshepo Maleme is a South African actor and film actor.

Matshepo Kukie Maleme (born 23 August 1980) is a South African actress and model. She is best known for the role "Busi" in the film A Million Colours, and television soapies such as, Muvhango, Inkaba and House of Zwide.

Personal life She grew up with her grandparents, but later moved to Johannesburg with her parents.

At the age of 17, she was diagnosed with depression and experienced gender-based violence. She was also abused at the hands of a partner more than once.

Career In 2004, she made her debut television appearance with the SABC1 drama series, Bubomi Sana and played the role "Zandiswa". Then in May 2007, she joined with the M-Net soap opera Egoli: Place of Gold with the role of "Thuli". In 2010, she made her film debut with the film Night Drive. In 2017, she played the role "Zandile Maphosa" on the soapie Skeem Saam. In 2018, she acted in the mini series Emoyeni by playing the role "Thoko". In another miniseries called After Nine, she played the role of "Bokang" aired on SABC 1.

Apart from that, she made minor sporadic appearances on the soapies such as, Isithembiso, Isibaya, Scandal, Side dish, Imposter and Housekeepers.

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Awards
South African Film and Television Awards
Also known as
Matshepo Kukie Maleme

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Matshepo Maleme?

South African actress and model

When was Matshepo Maleme born?

Matshepo Maleme was born on 23 August 1980 in Free State.

What is Matshepo Maleme's occupation?

Matshepo Maleme is an actor and film actor.

What nationality is Matshepo Maleme?

Matshepo Maleme is South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Matshepo Maleme

· Wikidata: Q109195337

· DBpedia: Matshepo Maleme

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