Sharon Kasweka Kabwita, popularly known as Cassie Kabwita or King Cassie, is a renowned Zambian actress, film producer, screenwriter, and Rotary Club member. Born on October 13, 1988, she has played a key role in elevating Zambian cinema and is recognized as the first Zambian actress to star in Nollywood films and work with filmmakers across Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, and Kenya. She currently serves as an Ambassador for The African Film Festival (TAFF) in Dallas.

Profile Summary

Full Name	Sharon Kasweka Kabwita
Date of Birth	October 13, 1988
Place of Birth	Ndola Central Hospital, Ndola, Copperbelt Province, Zambia
Nationality	Zambian
Partner	Single (no public information)
Children	Not publicly known
Occupations	Actress, Film Producer, Screenwriter, Rotarian, Entrepreneur, Fashion Designer
Net Worth	$100,000 – $300,000

Early Life and Education

Cassie was born at Ndola Central Hospital in Ndola, located in Zambia’s Copperbelt Province. She hails from the Lunda ethnic group, with roots tracing back to Chief Kakoma in the Mwinilunga District of the North Western Province.

From an early age, she showed a strong interest in the arts, engaging in acting, writing, and poetry starting at age 7.

She completed her basic education at Buteko Basic School and was head girl while attending Luanshya Girls High School. Following secondary school, she completed a diploma in hospitality business at Speciss College in Herbert Chitepo campus, Harare, Zimbabwe, graduating in 2009.

Career

Cassie’s acting journey began in 2006 with theatre performances, where her natural talent quickly became evident. In 2009, she relocated to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, initially treating acting as a pastime.

Her entry into film occurred in 2009 with small roles in Roho Sita, a Tanzanian horror film, and Sweet Revenge, in which she also took on production duties.

In 2010, she portrayed dual roles in Familia Yangu, showcasing her range by playing both a mother and an elderly maid seeking employment.

Cassie gained widespread recognition in 2012 through her role as Tamara Hamoonga in the Zambian TV series Love Games. In 2013, she transitioned to producing, leading in the film Guilt, a move that broadened her influence in the industry.

One of her most impactful works is the 2017 film Kwacha, which she produced and starred in. The film, aimed at raising awareness on sexual and gender-based violence, featured a cast from Tanzania and Zambia and received three nominations at the 2017 Multichoice ZAFTA awards for Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Feature Film.

Cassie’s efforts have transcended Zambia’s borders, as she collaborates with filmmakers and actors from various African countries, helping to strengthen intercontinental film ties within Africa.

Personal Life

Cassie maintains privacy regarding her personal affairs. Public records do not indicate a current relationship or children. She is actively engaged in the Rotary Club and participates in community service initiatives, including supporting underprivileged groups.

Cassie Kabwita Net Worth

Cassie Kabwita’s exact net worth is not publicly available, but given her prominent career in acting, film production, and entrepreneurship across Zambia and East Africa, her estimated net worth is likely in the range of $100,000 to $300,000.

Awards and Honors

In 2015, Cassie won the Best Rising Star Award at the Mwape Peer Awards in New York — the first Zambian actress to do so.

More recently, she received the Best African International Female Actor Achievement Award in 2024 at the African Achievement Awards in Seattle. Her film Kwacha earned three ZAFTA award nominations in 2017, reflecting her critical acclaim.

Filmography

Films

• Roho Sita (2009)
• Sweet Revenge (2009)
• Familia Yangu (2010)
• Guilt/Hatia (2013)
• Vita Baridi (2013)
• Mzee wa Swagga (2014)
• Sink or Swim: The Perilous Journey (2015)
• Secrets Untold (2015)
• Kwacha (2016)
• Fugitive (2018)
• Off Duty (2019)
• 3rd Party (2019)
• His Queen (2020)
• Kavundula (2020)

Television

• Love Games (2012)
• Mungoma Seasons 1 & 2 (2020)
• Uncle Limbani Seasons 2 & 3 (2021)
• Repoti Seasons 1 & 4 (2023)