Mthunzi Ntoyi is a versatile South African entertainer known for his work as an actor, stand-up comedian, musician, and television presenter.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Mthunzi Ntoyi |
| Date of Birth | 3 March 1986 |
| Place of Birth | Gauteng, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | Gauteng |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actor, Stand-up Comedian, Musician, TV Presenter |
| Net Worth | $250,000 – $400,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born on March 3, 1986, in Gauteng, South Africa, he cultivated a passion for the performing arts from a young age. He advanced his skills by studying at AFDA, The School for the Creative Economy, where he received formal training in acting and related creative fields.
Career
Ntoyi’s career began with supporting roles in a number of renowned South African TV shows such as Khululeka, Montana, Intersexions, Stash, Single Galz, Sokhulu & Partners, The Wild, Scandal!, Home Affairs, and The Lab.
In 2014, he gained recognition for his role as Zola Yili in the drama series Montana. He further rose to prominence through his recurring role as Waka in the soap opera Zabalaza, appearing for three seasons.
Between 2016 and 2017, he co-hosted the children’s game show Disney Cookabout, playing Sous Chef Mthunzi, a collaboration between The Walt Disney Company Africa and SABC.
In 2017, he acted as Zuko in the sitcom Thuli noThulani. His film appearances include cameo roles in Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past, Skyfall, and The Bang Bang Club. More recently, in 2020, he appeared in the Netflix comedy film Seriously Single.
Personal Life
Information regarding his partner and children is not publicly available.
Net Worth
Mthunzi Ntoyi’s net worth in 2025 is approximately $250,000 to $400,000 USD
Filmography
- Seriously Single (2020) – Security Guard
- Thula’s Vine (2017) – Sizwe
- Taryn & Sharon (2017) – Charles
- Intersexions (2010) – Ntando
- Disney Cookabout (2016–2017) – Mthunzi
- Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past (Cameo)
- Skyfall (Cameo)
- The Bang Bang Club (Cameo)
- Montana (2014) – Zola Yili
- Zabalaza (2014–2016) – Waka
- Thuli noThulani (2017) – Zuko
Awards and Nominations
He has received Golden Horn Award nominations for Best Actor in a TV Drama (Montana) and Best TV Presenter (Disney Cookabout).
