I am Tinyiko Prudence Khaniele, a versatile South African actress with over 10 years of professional experience across film, television, theatre, and radio. I thrive on culturally rooted productions that create social impact and collaboration, bringing character-driven storytelling to life as an actress, writer, director, and producer.

Tinyiko Prudence Khaniele

I am Tinyiko Prudence Khaniele, a versatile South African actress with over 10 years of professional experience across film, television, theatre, and radio. I thrive on culturally rooted productions that create social impact and collaboration, bringing character-driven storytelling to life as an actress, writer, director, and producer.

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I am Tinyiko Prudence Khaniele, a versatile South African actress with over 10 years of professional experience across film, television, theatre, and radio.

I thrive on culturally rooted productions that create social impact and collaboration, bringing character-driven storytelling to life as an actress, writer, director, and producer.

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Language

English
Fluent
Tsonga
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Actress at Mzansi Greed (Siyaya Media Network) – Mojalove
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Lead role as Rosemary Ndhlovu (Policewoman)
Lead Actress at Ufelani (Siyaya Media Network) – Mojalove
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Lead role as Mihloti (Mother)
Featured Actress at Skeem Saam (PEU Communications Solutions) – SABC 1
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Mafanato (Second Wife of Mr Seakamela) (Featured)
Featured Actress at Gomora Season 2 (Seriti Films) – Mzansi Magic
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Parent (Featured) – Film Roles
Lead Grandmother at Taxi Rice – Limpopo Home Cinema TV Plus
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Lead Grandmother role
Business Owner (Supporting) at Loveless – Limpopo Home Cinema TV Plus
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Business Owner (Supporting)
Lead Actress at Alone – Artville Media
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Mother Kwanele
Supporting Actress at Hotdog – Artville Media
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Mother Sarah
Executive Producer at Xileriso Xa Vutomi Bya Nwana – National Arts Council Funded Project
December 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Theatre stage production; responsibilities included creative development, casting, rehearsals, budgeting, marketing, and live performance execution; ensured NAC compliance
Jury Member & Performer Judge at SAFTAs (South African Film & Television Awards)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Jury member for 17th & 18th SAFTAs
Radio Presenter at Talk to Tinyiko Khaniele – Drive Time Show (Talk2Ti tse tso Online Radio)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Drive time show host

Education

Matric Grade 12 at Vector College
January 15, 2001 - October 14, 2001
PC Engineering at Academy of Business and Computer Studies
January 15, 2002 - March 28, 2003
Speech and Drama, Performing Arts. at Black Vision Story Productions
January 4, 2019 - December 20, 2019
Script Writing and Directing ( films and theatre) at Department of Sports, arts, culture and Recreations.
October 14, 2024 - October 14, 2024
Script Writing and Directing ( films and theatre) at Department of Sports, arts, culture and Recreations.
December 5, 2022 - October 9, 2023
Script Writing (Training) at Dept. of Sports, Arts & Culture (Basetsane, Gauteng)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Drama for Theatre at Black Story Vision
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Subtitle, Continuity & Script Supervision at Limpopo Home Cinema
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Directing at Dept. of Sports, Arts & Culture (Basetsane Projects)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

Matric Grade 12 ( High School Diploma_)
January 15, 2001 - December 12, 2001
PC Engineering
January 6, 2002 - March 15, 2003
Speech and Drama, Performing Arts.
January 6, 2018 - January 7, 2020
South African Passport
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Driver’s License (Code 10)
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
PDP License (Professional Driving Permit)
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Other, Education, Professional Services