Munyaradzi “Munya” Chidzonga is a Zimbabwean actor, filmmaker, and former reality TV show contestant. Born on December 8, 1983, in Harare, Zimbabwe, he gained widespread recognition after participating in Big Brother Africa in 2008 and 2010. Chidzonga has since become a prominent figure in Zimbabwean entertainment, both as an actor and a producer.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Munyaradzi Chidzonga |
| Date of Birth | December 8, 1983 |
| Place of Birth | Harare, Zimbabwe |
| Nationality | Zimbabwean |
| Partner | Adiona Maboreke (wife) |
| Children | Pfumai (born 2010), Diwai (born 2015) |
| Occupations | Actor, Filmmaker, Producer |
| Net Worth | $300,000 |
Early Life and Education
Chidzonga attended Peterhouse Boys’ School, where he was a prefect and received a Drama award for his performance in the school play Absent Friends in 2004.
He later pursued a degree in Motion Picture at The South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance in Cape Town, South Africa.
Career
Chidzonga’s career took off with his appearances on Big Brother Africa, finishing third in the third season and as the runner-up in the fifth season. After Big Brother, he transitioned into acting and producing.
He founded Ivory Pictures and produced films like Lobola (2010) and The Gentleman (2011), for which he won a NAMA Award for Most Outstanding Actor in 2012.
Chidzonga also starred in the South African comedy-drama series Mzansi Love in 2014 and appeared in Rhythm City in 2016.
Personal Life
In his personal life, Chidzonga married Adiona Maboreke, a 2008 Idols East Africa finalist, in 2012. They have two sons, Pfumai (born 2010) and Diwai (born 2015).
Chidzonga has expressed admiration for former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, whom he met after his Big Brother Africa stint.
Munya Chidzonga Net Worth
Munya Chidzonga’s net worth is not publicly disclosed, but he received significant financial recognition after Big Brother Africa, including a $300,000 consolation prize from a consortium of businessmen.
Filmography
Some of his notable works include:
- Big Brother Africa 3 (2008)
- Big Brother Africa 5 (2010)
- Lobola (2010) – Actor and Producer
- The Gentleman (2011) – Actor and Producer
- Something Nice from London (2013)
- Mzansi Love (2014)
- Rhythm City (2016)
