Khanya Mkangisa is a South African actress, television host, DJ, and digital entrepreneur recognized for her diverse talents in the entertainment scene. She first gained recognition as a presenter on YoTv and has since built a successful career in acting and other media roles.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Khanya Mkangisa |
| Date of Birth | March 13, 1988 |
| Place of Birth | Peddie, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | Eastern Cape |
| Partner | Desmond Williams |
| Children | One |
| Occupations | Actress, TV Presenter, DJ, Digital Entrepreneur |
| Net Worth | $7.5 million to $12 million estimated |
Early Life and Education
Born on March 13, 1988, in Peddie, Eastern Cape, Khanya was raised by her single mother, Vuyokazi Mkangisa.
She spent much of her childhood in boarding school, where she was an outstanding student and skilled in netball. She later attended AFDA: The School for the Creative Economy in Johannesburg, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Motion Picture and Television.
Career
Khanya started her career at 14 as a YoTv presenter, a role she held for three years. She went on to present other shows, including Knock Knock and Sweat Dance Challenge.
Transitioning into acting, she appeared in various productions such as Zone 14, Forced Love, Intersexions, Zabalaza, and Isidingo.
In recent years, she has expanded into DJing, performing internationally, and continues to take on roles in popular television soaps like Muvhango.
Personal Life
Khanya is not married but has been linked to Desmond Williams whom she share a child with.
Although she was Raised without much connection to her father, she emphasizes the importance of support and reliability in family life.
Khanya Mkangisa Net Worth
Her estimated net worth ranges from $7.5 million to $12 million, accumulated through acting, presenting, DJing, social media influence, and business ventures.
Filmography
- Forced Love (2012) as Nonhle
- Step Up to a Start Up (2014) as Joy Rammala
- Isidingo (2015) as Aphiwe Nzimande
- Doubt (2016) as Lindiwe
- Harvest (2017 & 2020) as Tshepiso
- Blood Psalms (2022) as Heka Nymph
- The Queenstown Kings (2023) as Pelisa
- Shattered as Palesa Simelane
- Muvhango (2020) as Mbali
Awards and Nominations
Khanya has received multiple nominations for her acting work and is regarded as a prominent figure in South African entertainment, though she has yet to secure a major award.
