Tino Ngorima: The South African Actress Taking on the U.S. Stage and Screen

New York, NY — Tino Ngorima, a talented young actress from Kyalami, South Africa, is rapidly establishing herself in the U.S. film and theatre scene with an impressive

lineup of projects. At just 24 years old, she has recently completed filming her leading role in “Timeless Woman,” set for release later this year. This role challenged

her to embody the perspective of an African American woman navigating the complexities of an interracial relationship in contemporary America.

 

Tino’s ascent in the industry has been both steady and prolific. She honed her craft at two of the world’s leading acting schools: NYU Tisch in New York, where she

earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting in 2025, and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, where she completed a full semester in 2024.

 

During her time at NYU Tisch, Tino showcased her talent as Love in “Everybody” at the Marilyn Monroe Theatre in New York and played Casca in “Julius Caesar” at the

GBS Theatre in London. Shortly thereafter, she was cast in an industry script reading at the Bush Theatre. Following her graduation, Tino made her Off-Broadway debut

as Lady Capulet/Lady Montague in an adaptation of Romeo & Juliet, which sold out at a New York theatre. She has since landed another role in an Off-Broadway play

titled Fairies, which she will reprise in 2027 due to popular demand.

 

Beyond acting, Tino is a trained dancer, having studied dance since her early years at an all-girls school in Johannesburg. She is also passionate about producing and is

currently in pre-production for her first short film, “Lover girl.” This project, in which she will star as the lead, explores female friendships and the complexities of

romantic relationships. “I am drawn to stories about women, particularly universal narratives that resonate across cultures,” she shares.

 

Tino credits her parents for instilling a love for academics and a deep appreciation for pop culture. “They encouraged me to watch a variety of adult comedies, which

helped me develop a sense of humour and connect with audiences. I am particularly grateful to my South African school teacher who took a chance on me by offering me

a leading role in a school production. That experience solidified my desire to pursue acting as a career,” she reflects.

 

Tino dreams of working on cross-continental projects and envisions more films being made in South Africa with local talent collaborating with international crews. “South

Africa is home to some of the best talent in the world, and I want to contribute to the recognition and celebration of African storytellers,” she concludes.

Currently, Tino is engaged in a stage reading of the play “Good Mothers,” a piece being workshopped for an eventual premiere at the Edinburgh International Festival

in Scotland.

Ashley Graham says building confidence is a 'daily practice.' Here are 5 ways she commits to self-love.

"You are bold, you are brilliant and you are beautiful." Those are the words that Ashley Graham used to solidify her status as the original queen of confidence when she spoke to the power of affirmations during a TEDx talk in 2018.

The plus-size model already had a crown on her head when she became the first to make appearances on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit and Vogue in 2016 and 2017, respectively, as a size 16. People everywhere looked up to her for breaking barriers of what was considered the ideal body type at the time. And she was able to respond not just in her photos but also in her work as an advocate for size inclusivity.

Now she's striving to make an impact on the next generation with her new children's book, A Kid's Book About Beauty. And although she's positioning herself as a seasoned pro, she tells Yahoo Lifestyle that self-confidence is a daily practice.

By Kerry Justich

Full story at Yahoo News

SA’s rising fashion star: How a 14-year-old model is turning dreams into reality

“At five years old, I did not understand the industry, but I understood how fashion made me feel confident, joyful and free to be myself.”

Those early emotions continue to guide fourteen-year-old Sivalia Kuppen, a rising South African creative who has already made her mark on the international fashion stage.

The Malvern-based model recently represented SA at the prestigious 2026 Dubai Souk International Modelling Competition, where she was crowned Miss Fashionista and First Princess.

Competing against intern
ational talent, Kuppen stood out not only for her poise and elegance but for the authenticity she brings to every space that she enters.

By Lutho Pasiya

Full story at IOL

Nigerians Are So Creative, Why Is Our Streetwear So Safe?

The clothes often mirror what is already trending globally. In every collection, I can see moodboards and Pinterest influences; not because I am a fashion historian, but because it avoids pushing beyond the shallow.

Jorts, sambas, t-shirts, and hoodies; there is a list of staple items you are bound to see at Nigerian streetwear events. The brands are often easy to spot, not because of the exquisite craftsmanship that reminds you of the Miu Miu jackets that Wisdom Kaye purchased. But because of the heavy logomania they possess. T-shirts with emblems, logos, and names of the brands splattered or printed across them.

Despite the multicultural city that Lagos is, these shirts are riddled with the same motifs: Eagles, cowries, silhouette of Africa, and if you are lucky, you might see a reference to an African landmark — I saw Mount Kilimanjaro on a shirt. The eagles are often a reference to the national coat of arms or the football team. But that’s Nigeria 101; it is not an exciting or innovative shape to anyone who has lived in more than one city, especially one outside Lagos and Abuja. The nation itself has an array of coats of arms, constantly drawing inspiration from one, as a Nigerian reads like “florals in spring”. Plus, it is often a bald eagle, and those are not native to Nigeria.

Full story at Pulse NG

UNFPA Appoints Botlhale Boikanyo as Regional ICPD Youth Champion for East and Southern Africa

Johannesburg, August 2026 – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) East and Southern Africa Regional Office is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Botlhale Boikanyo as its new Regional International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Youth Champion.

 

Botlhale Boikanyo is an award-winning South African poet, actress, speaker, and youth advocate whose journey from becoming the first poet and youngest winner of South Africa's Got Talent at the age of 11 has evolved into a powerful platform for youth empowerment and social change. As the founder of the Botlhale Boikanyo Foundation, she has dedicated her work to amplifying young voices, championing education and self-expression, and inspiring a new generation of African changemakers through the power of storytelling. Through her advocacy and leadership, she has inspired young people to use their voices and engage in shaping policies and solutions that affect their lives and futures.

 

As Regional ICPD Youth Champion, Botlhale will work alongside UNFPA to amplify the voices of young people across East and Southern Africa and advocate for accelerated action towards achieving the commitments of the ICPD Programme of Action. She will support efforts to advance bodily autonomy, gender equality, access to quality sexual and reproductive health services, and meaningful youth participation in decision-making processes.

 

For UNFPA,  young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow; they are the leaders of today. Putting young people at front and centre of sustainable development is both urgent and non-negotiable. Their voices, experiences, and innovations are essential in building the Africa we want.

 

Speaking on her appointment, Botlhale Boikanyo said:

 

“My hope and dream is to live in a world where every young person, especially women and girls, has the freedom and opportunities to shape their own future and is included in the rooms where decisions about their lives are made. Being a UNFPA Champion is another step towards turning that vision into reality. It is an opportunity to amplify the voices of young people through storytelling across our region, and advocate for investments that uphold the rights, dignity, well-being and potential of every young person everywhere.”

 

The appointment comes at a critical moment for the region, where young people in Africa constitute a significant share of the global youth population of 1.9 billion and are leading transformative efforts in their communities. Yet many continue to face barriers to education, healthcare, employment, and opportunities to meaningfully participate in decisions that affect their lives. She believes that storytelling is a catalyst for social change and that young people must not only be heard, but meaningfully included in shaping the decisions that affect their lives and futures.

 

As Regional ICPD Youth Champion, Botlhale will use her energetic presence and platform to engage with young people, policymakers, civil society, and development partners to advocate for investments and policies that uphold the rights, dignity, and potential of every young person.

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