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Zola is a South African musician, poet, actor, TV presenter, and radio presenter. He was born in Soweto, South Africa, on 24 April 1977. He is best known for his hit single "Umshini Wam", which was featured in the movie Invictus.
Zola began his career as a poet, performing at various poetry slams and competitions. He then moved into music, releasing his debut album, Zola 7, in 1999. The album was a success, and spawned the hit single "Umshini Wam".
In addition to his music career, Zola has also appeared in several films and television shows, including the South African soap opera Generations. He has also presented several radio and television shows, including the South African version of The Voice.
Zola has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the South African Music Awards for Best Male Artist and Best Album. He has also been nominated for several international awards, including the MTV Europe Music Awards.
As of 2021, Zola's net worth is estimated to be roughly $2 million.
| Popular As |
Bonginkosi Dlamini |
| Occupation |
Musician,poet,actor,TV presenter,Radio presenter |
| Age |
47 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Taurus |
| Born |
24 April 1977 |
| Birthday |
24 April |
| Birthplace |
Soweto, South Africa |
| Nationality |
South Africa |
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Zola Height, Weight & Measurements
At 47 years old, Zola height not available right now. We will update Zola's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
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Zola Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Zola worth at the age of 47 years old? Zola’s income source is mostly from being a successful Musician. He is from South Africa. We have estimated
Zola's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2022 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Musician |
Zola Social Network
Timeline
Hope with Zola is a docu-reality show on Moja Love. The programme started in October 2018 and is hosted by Zola. Each episode is 30 minutes and focuses on the alleviation of social problems like youth unemployment, housing shortage or insufficient community libraries. Unlike his former show, Zola 7, which focused on individuals, Hope with Zola addresses communities and aimes specifically for sustainable development.
Multi-talented Zola is riding a new wave of success, this time venturing into radio broadcasting. Dlamini is part of the newly-launched Massiv Metro, an online station pioneered by DJ Sbu. eNCA was in studio to witness this historic chapter and sat with Zola after the show to hear how he feels about his new job, Back To The City 2017 and his wish for South Africa. Zola said he aims to use the platform to inspire and empower fellow Africans. Zola has the drive time show at the station between 5pm and 6pm weekdays, which is targeted at taxi commuters. Speaking to HuffPost SA from the station's studios in Rosebank, DJ Sbu said that he went for Zola 7 because of his wisdom and experience.
Utatakho was a television programme produced by Connect TV in 2015 which aired on Mzansi Magic and was presented by Zola. In each episode Zola helped participants to find or reconnect with their biological fathers. Zola accompanied participating sons to meetings with their fathers and facilitated conversation. Additionally, a professional counsellor was present to mediate. Having been to child court over the custody for his own children, Zola can relate to the show's content on a personal level.
On 7 July 2007 Zola performed at the South African leg of Live Earth.
Zola became well known for his role as the notorious gangster Papa Action in the second season of the television series Yizo Yizo. The character was already popular from the first season, where it had been portrayed by another actor. Zola resembled the previous performer, and his performance only increased the popularity of the role. He also performed the score and played a role in the Academy Award-winning film Tsotsi (2005) and the movie Drum (2004). Zola also has a prominent role in the documentary SHARP! SHARP!- the kwaito story (2003) directed by Aryan Kaganof. In 2015 and 2016 Zola had minor roles in the television series Isibaya, as well as Zabalaza.
Zola 7 was a television show presented by Zola airing from 2002 to 2010 on SABC1. Each episode focused on a young person, who with support from Zola realized his or her dream.
Bonginkosi "Zola" Dlamini (born 24 April 1977 in Soweto, Johannesburg) is a South African musician, poet, actor and presenter.
Bonginkosi Dlamini was born on 24 April 1977 and grew up in Zola, a township of Soweto, notoriously known for its high crime rate. It is his childhood home town from which he adopted his name. Unemployment, alcoholism, and single parent families are very common in Zola. Dlamini's father, believed to be part of the Mchunu clan, abandoned the family, leaving his mother to care for him and his older brother and sister when they were young. Zola himself served time in prison as a juvenile for car theft.
