{"id":25470,"date":"2026-03-16T16:18:55","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T14:18:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=25470"},"modified":"2026-03-16T16:18:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T14:18:59","slug":"zenande-mfenyana-celebrates-breakthrough-safta-win-for-inimba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/zenande-mfenyana-celebrates-breakthrough-safta-win-for-inimba\/","title":{"rendered":"Zenande Mfenyana Celebrates Breakthrough SAFTA Win for ‘Inimba’"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Zenande Mfenyana, the talented actress from South Africa, has achieved a significant milestone in her professional journey.<\/p>\n

The actress received her inaugural award at the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTA) ceremony, which occurred on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Gallagher Convention Centre.<\/p>\n

Mfenyana was awarded the title of Best Supporting Actress in a Telenovela for her compelling role as Thumeka Mabandla in the first season of the TV series Inimba,<\/em>.<\/p>\n

This win symbolizes a remarkable achievement for the actress, marking 19 years of dedication to the South African entertainment scene.<\/p>\n

ZENANDE\u2019S<\/strong> FIRST NOMINATION AFTER NEARLY TWO DECADES<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Mfenyana received her first nomination for a SAFTA on February 17, 2026, which was already a significant accomplishment in her extensive career.<\/p>\n

While delivering her heartfelt acceptance speech, Mfenyana expressed her emotions, visibly moved as she wiped away tears while being warmly applauded by the audience.<\/p>\n

\u201cThank you, God. To God be all the glory, praise and honour,\u201d she stated during her address. \u201cThank you to my family at home for supporting me.\u201d<\/p>\n

ZENANDE THANKS HER FAMILY<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Mfenyana took a moment to express gratitude towards her parents for their unwavering belief in her talent. She also acknowledged her child, who she knew was watching the event from home.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy child, thank you, baby. I know you\u2019re watching from home,\u201d she shared. \u201cMommy did it! Everything I do, I do for you.\u201d<\/p>\n

Additionally, Zenande expressed her appreciation to the production crew and her fellow actors from Inimba<\/em>, recognizing their support and collaboration throughout the series.<\/p>\n

ZENANDE IS ON THE RIGHT TRACK<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In a TikTok video posted by entertainment analyst Goodwill Thomo, Mfenyana elaborated on the significance of her nomination. She regarded it as a proud moment, reflecting on her dedicated years in the industry.<\/p>\n

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@thomogoodwill<\/a>Zenande Mfenyana at The SAFTAs19.<\/p>\n

\u266c original sound \u2013 Goodwillthomo<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\u201cI\u2019m pretty, pretty chuffed at myself, and it\u2019s a huge nod from the industry,\u201d Zenande commented in the video.<\/p>\n

\u201cNineteen years in the industry and this is my first nomination. It just says that I\u2019m on the right track and doing the things that need to be done.\u201d<\/p>\n

The evening became even more extraordinary for Mfenyana as it marked her initial nomination and her maiden SAFTA win.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n