Nandi Madida Biography: Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Age, Films, husband, Children, Songs

Nandi Madida is a South African singer, actress, television presenter, and entrepreneur.

Her entertainment career began at four when she played the lead ballerina in a ballet.

She later explored modeling, earning titles like Miss Junior RSA.

Additionally, she won a talent competition that secured her a performance opportunity at Gateway Mall.

Profile

• Full Name: Nandi Madida
• Stage Name: Nandi Madida
• Born: 20, March 1988
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: South Africa
• Nationality: South African
• Occupation: Singer, actress and television presenter
• Height: 1.85m
• Parent: Thamsanqa Mngoma and Thandeka Mngoma
• Siblings: Thabo Mngoma and Langa Mngoma
• Spouse: Zakes Bantwini
• Children: Shaka Madida and Nefertiti Madida
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million and $5 million

Early Life And Education

Nandi Madida, born on March 20, 1988, is a South African entertainer. She was raised by her parents, Thamsanqa Mngoma, a doctor, and Thandeka Mngoma, a lawyer. She has two siblings: a brother named Thabo and a sister named Langa.

Although initially aspired to be a journalist, she pursued law at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) and later at Varsity College. Ethnically, Nandi is of Zulu descent, while details about her religious beliefs are not widely publicized.

Career

Nandi Madida is a multi-talented South African singer, actress, television presenter, and model who began her career young. She began her journey in the entertainment industry when she was just four years old and performed as a ballerina. She later ventured into modeling, winning the title of Miss Junior RSA.

At 15, she gained early television experience by hosting the SABC2 pre-teen show Bling, which focused on music, movies, and youth culture. Her talent was further recognized when she won a competition that secured her a performance slot at Gateway Mall, helping her build a strong foundation in the industry.

Madida’s breakthrough in music came with the release of her 2011 single Tonight, which paved the way for her signing with Universal Music Group. She followed up with her debut album, Nandi 2012, showcasing her unique sound. Her presence in television grew as she co-hosted All Access Mzansi in 2013 alongside ProVerb and Dineo Ranaka.

From 2015 to 2016, she expanded into acting, playing the lead role of Zokuthula “Zoe” Dhlomo in the Mzansi Magic telenovela The Road, further establishing herself as a versatile entertainer. Since then, Madida has continued to rise as a prominent media personality.

In 2016, she co-hosted the second season of the e.tv reality series Coke Studio, followed by a role as co-host on BET’s entertainment magazine show BET A-List. Her international recognition grew when she starred in Beyoncé’s Black Is King in 2020.

In addition to her on-screen presence, she has made significant contributions behind the scenes, serving as the executive producer of Made In Africa in 2018. Through her diverse career, Madida has solidified her reputation as a dynamic force in the entertainment industry.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @nandi_madida
• Twitter handle: @NandiMngoma

Personal Life

Nandi Madida is married to renowned South African musician and producer Zakes Bantwini. They married in 2016, marking the beginning of a strong and celebrated partnership both personally and professionally.

Over the years, their union has flourished, and they have been blessed with two children: a son named Shaka Madida and a daughter named Nefertiti Madida.

Despite their demanding careers in the entertainment industry, Nandi and Zakes have prioritized their family life, often sharing glimpses of their journey as parents.

Discography

• “Tonight” (2011)
• “Mnandi” (2012)
• “Goodtimes” (2013)
• “In My Skin” (2014)
• “Skhanda Love” (2014)
• “Say U Will” (2019)
• “Organic” (2020)

Filmography

• All Access Mzansi (2013)   
• ScreenTime with Nicky Greenwall (2014)
• The Road (2015)
• Code Green (2015)
• Coke Studio (2016)
• BET A-List (2016)
• Lip Sync Battle Africa (2017)
• The Next Brand Ambassador (2019)   
• Black Is King (2020)   

Net Worth

Nandi Madida’s estimated net Worth is between $1 million and $5 million. She has built her wealth through a thriving and diverse career in the entertainment industry, spanning music, modeling, and television.