Anna-Mart van der Merwe is one of South Africa’s most accomplished bilingual actresses and filmmakers, celebrated for her versatile performances on stage, film, and television. Her career spans over three decades, marked by award-winning supporting roles, critically acclaimed feature films, and enduring soap-opera fame
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Anna-Mart van der Merwe |
| Date of Birth | August 9, 1963 |
| Place of Birth | Vredendal, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | Western Cape |
| Partner | George Ware |
| Children | N/S |
| Occupations | Actress, Filmmaker |
| Net Worth | $1 – $3 million |
Early Life and Education
Anna-Mart van der Merwe was born on August 9, 1963, in Vredendal, South Africa. She completed her schooling at Vredendal High School before attending the University of Cape Town. There, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Languages along with a diploma in Speech and Drama.
Career
Following her studies, she began her professional acting career at Windybrow Theatre with TRUK on a two-year contract, performing in various stage productions. Afterward, she became a freelance actress, performing in numerous theatre plays, feature films, and television series.
Her prominent film roles include leading and supporting characters in productions such as “Die Storie van Klara Viljee,” “The Long Run,” and “Poppie Nongena.” She has also had long-standing roles in popular TV serials including “7de Laan” and “Binnelanders.”
Van der Merwe’s stage work spans classic and contemporary productions, showcasing her versatility.
Personal Life
She is married to George Ware, a businessman from Zimbabwe. They reside in the Western Cape and have no publicly known children.
Net Worth
Anna-Mart van der Merwe’s estimated net worth is between $1 million and $3 million as of 2025. This reflects her longstanding career in acting and filmmaking, with numerous roles in popular films, television series, and theatre productions, as well as awards recognizing her talent and contributions to the South African entertainment industry.
Filmography
- Uitdraai (TV Movie)
- Taxi to Soweto
- Die Storie van Klara Viljee
- The Long Run
- Stuur groete aan Mannetjies Roux
- Kanarie
- Poppie Nongena
- 7de Laan (TV Series)
- Binnelanders (TV Series)
- Reyka (TV Series)
Awards and Nominations
She has received several awards and nominations including the SAFTA Golden Horn for Best Supporting Actress in television and film categories and the Silwerskerm Festival Best Actress award. Additional honors include the Vita, Fleur de Cap, Avanti, and Silver Screen awards.
