Mbongeni Ngema Academy

✨ SARAFINA! RETURNS HOME ✨

From the streets of Soweto…
To the very stage that carries its heartbeat - the Soweto Theatre.

As we commemorate 50 years since the historic Soweto Uprising, we honour the fearless youth who changed the course of history - through song, through courage, through unity.

This is more than a musical. It is
OUR story. OUR pain. OUR victory!

🎶 Feel the rhythm of resistance
🔥 Witness the fire of a generation
🕊️ Celebrate the spirit of freedom

📍 Soweto Theatre
📅 8 – 31 May 2026
🎟️ R80 – R150

Book now:
📞 010 446 1462
🎫 Webtickets | Pick n Pay

✨🎭 Announcing the 2026 Mbongeni Ngema Academy Bursary Winners🔥!

We are proud to officially announce the three winners of the Mbongeni Ngema Academy Bursary Competition 2026.

After an inspiring and highly competitive process, these outstanding emerging artists rose to the top with exceptional talent, dedication, and promise.

Welcome to the Mbongeni Ngema Academy family. We look forward to developing, mentoring, and working alongside you as you step into this exciting new chapter.

The journey begins now!

🎭 Mbongeni Ngema Bursary Competition – Top 10 Shortlisted Contestants Announced!

We are thrilled to introduce our Top 10 shortlisted performers in the Mbongeni Ngema Academy Bursary Competition!
The talent, passion, and creativity we received were truly inspiring.

Our judges are currently reviewing the shortlisted contestants in detail, and each finalist has been invited to submit a final creative performance video to help determine the ultimate bursary recipient.

The winner will be announced soon—stay tuned as we celebrate the next generation of artists carrying forward the legacy of Dr. Mbongeni Ngema.

Congratulations to our Top 10! The journey continues. ✨

The Mbongeni Ngema Academy Bursary Top 10 Have Been Selected!

We are thrilled by the incredible response to the Mbongeni Ngemafc Academy Bursary Competition. After reviewing all submissions, we have shortlisted 10 outstanding young performers.

We are currently preparing our official Top 10 announcement and look forward to introducing these exceptional talents to you very soon.

Stay tuned - the future of the stage is rising.

🎭 Mbongeni Ngema Academy of Performance Excellence Bursary - Submissions Close Tonight at 10pm ✨

Today marks the closing of Bursary Competition submissions!

We want to thank every young artist who has stepped forward, shared their voice, and shown courage through their performances. The talent, passion, and commitment we have seen is deeply encouraging!

This bursary initiative is not only about selecting one candidate, it is about discovering a new generation of performers who will carry forward a powerful artistic legacy.

All submissions will go under review after the 10pm deadline, and the selected participant will be contacted regarding the next stage.

Stay tuned for the announcement of the winner soon!

This is not the end - it is the beginning of greater opportunities ahead.

Mbongeni Ngema Academy of Performance Execellence - Building artists for the stage, the story, and the future.

South Africa’s challenge is real - limited university spaces, unlimited talent.

This post by Penuel The Black Pen captures the crisis we’re facing.

Not every future leader belongs in a lecture hall. Some belong on stages, in rehearsal rooms, behind scripts, cameras, and sound desks - shaping culture, telling our stories, and exporting African excellence to the world.

For young creatives who feel unseen by traditional institutions, the Mbongeni Ngema Academy offers world-class training rooted in African excellence, legacy, and global relevance.

This is where talent is refined, voices are empowered, and futures are built - beyond borders.

In a world with limited university seats, the creative economy is expanding globally. The Mbongeni Ngema Academy prepares artists, performers, writers, and creators for international stages and sustainable careers.

🎭 Apply now:

🔹 Durban:
https://rebrand.ly/MNA/DBN

🔹 Pietermaritzburg:
https://rebrand.ly/MNA/PMB

🔹 WhatsApp: 071 399 6907

🎭🎤 WIN A FULL BURSARY WORTH R19,000!

Do you have a passion for acting or singing? This is your moment!

The Mbongeni Ngema Academy is awarding TWO bursaries for our 5-month Integrated Performing Arts & Production course!

📍 Durban (Day Students) | Pietermaritzburg (Boarding)

🎬 How to enter:
• Record a 30–60 sec video
• Say your name, city & “Mbongeni Ngema Bursary”
• Perform (acting OR singing)
• WhatsApp to 071 399 6907

⏰ Closes: 18 Jan | 17:00

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