Bokang Phelane, born on April 26, 1990, in Maseru, Lesotho, is a South African actress, producer, director, and former psychology student best known for her lead role as Princess Zazi in the Showmax series Blood Psalms. She launched her acting career in 2016 following formal training and has appeared in various South African TV series and films.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Bokang Phelane |
| Date of birth | April 26, 1990 |
| Place of birth | Maseru, Lesotho |
| Nationality | Lesotho / South African |
| State of Origin | Maseru (Lesotho has no states) |
| Partner | Thabo Rametsi (lobola paid) |
| Children | None publicly confirmed |
| Occupations | Actress, Producer, Director |
| Net worth | $2,000 – $600,000 |
Early Life and Education
Raised in Maseru, she attended Lesotho High School and Machabeng International College. Phelane completed a BA in Psychology at Monash University South Africa and worked in aviation in Qatar from 2013, traveling widely before entering acting. Her training started in 2015 at Indigo View Academy with coach Steven Feinstein.
Career
She debuted in 2016 with parts in Tempy Pushas and Soap on a Rope. Recognition grew in 2017 through Keeping Score (Pula) and Single Guys (Fezeka), followed by Netflix series like Emoyeni (Lily) and Justice Served (Vanessa). Key recent works feature Blood Psalms (2022),
Courting Anathi (2023), Giyani: Land of Blood (Pele), and The Butcher’s Soul (2024, Lesedi Dlamini). She also produces (Ho Kena Ho Eona, Kodwa Ma) and directs (Istina).
Personal Life
Phelane shares a long-term partnership with South African actor Thabo Rametsi, who has paid lobola for her. She has no publicly confirmed children; mentions of “Zazi’s special day” refer to her Blood Psalms character. Based in South Africa, she prioritizes growth through artistic pursuits.
Net Worth
Bokang Phelane’s estimated net worth stands at approximately $200,000 to $600,000 as of 2026, drawn from her acting roles, production ventures, and endorsements in the South African entertainment sector.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Butcher’s Soul | Lesedi Dlamini | TV Series |
| 2023 | iNumber Number: Jozi Gold | – | |
| 2023 | Courting Anathi | Anathi | Lead, Feature Film |
| 2023 | Giyani – Land of Blood | Pele | TV Series |
| 2022 | Blood Psalms | Princess Zazi | Lead, TV Series |
| 2021 | Justice Served | Vanessa | TV Series (Netflix) |
| 2020 | Ho Kena Ho Eona | Dineo | Lead, Producer |
| 2020 | Isipho Sothando | Thando | Lead |
| 2018 | Shuga | Fezeka | TV Series |
| 2018 | Emoyeni | Lily | Lead, Mini-Series (Netflix) |
| 2017 | Keeping Score | Pula | Telenovela |
| 2016 | Single Guys | Fezeka | TV Series |
Awards and Recognitions
She earned a nomination at the 2nd Annual National Film & TV Awards South Africa for The Butcher’s Soul. Major wins remain undocumented in key sources.
