Zola Nombona is a well-known South African actress who gained fame with her role as Shado in the drama series Intersexions. She has continued to build a strong career with key roles in popular TV dramas and films, making her one of the most recognized talents in South Africa.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Zola Nombona |
| Date of Birth | 10 March 1991 |
| Place of Birth | Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| State of Origin | Eastern Cape |
| Partner | Thomas Gumede |
| Children | One son: Cebelihle |
| Occupations | Actress, Digital Entrepreneur |
| Net Worth | $200,000 – $800,000 |
Early Life and Education
Zola was born and raised in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. She completed her secondary education at Victoria Girls High School in Grahamstown.
She later earned both a bachelor’s and an honors degree in Dramatic Arts from the University of the Witwatersrand, which helped lay the foundation for her acting career.
Career
Her first major acting role was in the 2013 SABC 1 drama series Intersexions. Since then, Zola has starred in several prominent shows including Zbondiwe, Lockdown, My Brother’s Keeper, and Generations: The Legacy.
She has also been a brand ambassador and expanded her presence beyond acting by engaging in digital entrepreneurship and directing projects.
Personal Life
Zola is in a relationship with actor Thomas Gumede, and they have a son named Cebelihle.
Zola Nombona Net Worth
Her estimated net worth is between $200,000 and $800,000.
Filmography
- Intersexions (2013)
- Zbondiwe (2015)
- Ingoma (2015)
- iNumber Number (2017)
- Lockdown (2018)
- eHostela (2019)
- Isono (2020–2021)
- Generations: The Legacy (2021–2022)
- My Brother’s Keeper (2023–Present)
Awards and Nominations
Zola has received multiple prestigious awards including a South African Film and Television Award (SAFTA) for Best Achievement by a Lead Actress and several Golden Horn Award nominations for her work in television dramas and movies.
