Khosi Ngema (born November 2, 1999[1]) is a South African actress, singer and songwriter. She is best known for her role as Fikile Bhele in the Netflix drama series, Blood & Water.[2]

Khosi Ngema
Born
Makhosazane Yolanda Ngema

(1999-11-02) November 2, 1999 (age 25)
Years active2020-present

Life and career

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Before she began acting professionally, she took dramatic arts in high school and wrote and acted in a few short films.[1]

Ngema began her career in the film industry in 2020 with the role of Fikile Bhele in the series "Blood & Water.’’ Through the show, she met and became close with Ama Qamata.[3][4][5]

In 2021, she went into business with the launch of her jewelry collection, in partnership with Grace The Brand.[6][7]

In April of 2024, she released her debut single "Why''.[8]

Filmography

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Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2020–present Blood & Water Fikile Bhele Main role
2023 Elite Fikile Bhele Main; Episode: "Punto y coma" (season 7)

Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2024 Invasive Kay Main role
2024 Killer Body Count Ali

References

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  1. ^ a b "Khosi Ngema". Owen S Management. Retrieved 11 October 2024.
  2. ^ "Blood & Water is Khosi Ngema's Moment - and She's Enjoying It". OkayAfrica. 14 October 2021. Retrieved 9 October 2022.
  3. ^ "'Blood & Water' Is Being Called A South African 'Gossip Girl' But It's Far From It". Essence. Retrieved 9 October 2022.
  4. ^ Sisavat, Monica (22 September 2021). "Blood & Water: Ama Qamata and Khosi Ngema's Sisterly Bond Extends Beyond the Show". POPSUGAR Celebrity. Retrieved 9 October 2022.
  5. ^ "Khosi Ngema gushes about her real life sisterhood with Ama Qamata". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 9 October 2022.
  6. ^ "WATCH: Bright lights and big things on the horizon for 'Blood & Water' star Khosi Ngema". ECR. Retrieved 9 October 2022.
  7. ^ "'Blood & Water' star Khosi Ngema launches a jewellery collection". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 9 October 2022.
  8. ^ Keteyi, Oluthando (8 April 2024). "Khosi Ngema on defining herself as a musician with her debut single 'Why'".
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