Lemogang Tsipa is a South African actor and ex-musician who has earned recognition for his performances in both domestic and international film and television projects. Since his acting debut in 2013, he has developed a diverse and dynamic career in the entertainment industry.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Lemogang Peter Phetolo Tsipa |
| Date of Birth | May 6, 1991 |
| Place of Birth | Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Partner | Single (no publicly known partner) |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actor, former musician, film director, camera operator |
| Net Worth | $100,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born to Sally and Alfred Tsipa in Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, Lemogang was a lively child diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at the age of nine.
Engaging in sports like soccer, hockey, chess, swimming, and athletics helped him manage his condition. He discovered his passion for acting during Grade 10 and pursued drama studies at Grantleigh College in Richards Bay.
After convincing his parents, he enrolled at the South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance (AFDA), where he graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Live Performance.
Career
Lemogang Tsipa began his acting journey with the South African film Felix (2013) and made his international debut in Alien Outpost (2014). He gained further recognition with supporting roles in Eye in the Sky (2015) and Wallander (2015).
In June 2023, Tsipa embraced what he calls “the most iconic role” of his career by portraying Shaka Zulu in the Mzansi Magic epic Shaka iLembe.
To authentically embody the adult king, he underwent intensive training with a stunt coordinator to master traditional Zulu weaponry and dance, followed a strict fitness regimen and high-protein diet, and collaborated with animal handlers to build confidence around snakes for specific scenes.
Following Shaka iLembe, he appeared in Showmax’s fantasy drama Blood Psalms (2022) and, in early 2024, starred as Sol in SABC3’s crime thriller Killer Front Page.
His performance in Killer Front Page was praised by IOL for its “steely resolve that is unsettling at times,” further cementing his reputation as a compelling and dynamic actor.
Tsipa’s filmography expanded to include notable projects such as Blood Psalms, Black Sails, Roots, The Dark Tower, Beyond the River (lead role), and Amandla.
Besides acting, he has also worked as a director and camera operator, showcasing his versatility in the film industry.
Personal Life
Lemogang Tsipa leads a private personal life and is currently single. His late father, Alfred Tsipa, was a respected Christian author and speaker who passed away in 2017.
Lemogang is a practicing Christian and maintains an active presence on social media platforms like Instagram.
Lemogang Tsipa Net Worth
Lemogang Tsipa’s net worth is estimated at around $100,000, earned through his acting career in South African and international films and TV shows.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Felix | — | Film |
| 2014 | Alien Outpost | Mac | Film |
| 2014 | Homeland | Drone Officer | TV Series |
| 2014 | Traffic | — | Film |
| 2014 | The Golden Rule | Thabo | Film |
| 2015 | Eye in the Sky | Matt Levery | Film |
| 2015 | Wallander | Victor Mabasha | TV Series |
| 2015 | Cape Town | Hector Ntulu | TV Series |
| 2015 | The Book of Negroes | Canvas Town Freddy | TV Series |
| 2015 | Lazy Susan | Mr. Beggar | Film |
| 2015 | Jamillah and Aladdin | Rich Merchant | TV Series |
| 2016 | Black Sails | Chidi | TV Series |
| 2016 | Jab | Smiley The Zulu | TV Series |
| 2016 | Roots | Addo | TV Series |
| 2017 | Oasis | Male Nurse | TV Film |
| 2017 | Amandla | Impi | Film |
| 2017 | The Number | Isaac | Film |
| 2017 | The Dark Tower | Phedon | Film |
| 2017 | Beyond the River | Duma | Film (Lead) |
| 2018 | Troy: Fall of a City | Patroklus | TV Series |
| 2019 | The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind | Mike Kachigunda | Film |
| 2019 | Back of the Moon | Ghost | Film |
| 2021 | Carrots | Tony | Short Film |
| 2021 | Pusha Pressa Phanda | The Worker | Film |
| 2022 | Amandla | Impi | Film |
| 2022 | Blood Psalms | Xhosa | TV Series |
| 2023 | Shaka iLembe | Shaka | TV Series |
| 2024 | Killer Front Page | Sol | TV Series |
