Mmamitse Thibedi

Mmamitse Thibedi

Mmamitse Thibedi, founder and Executive Producer of ORIGINS PICTURES, is a visionary leader shaping the South African television landscape. Since graduating from AFDA, she’s consistently delivered groundbreaking work, blending creative vision with strategic execution. Her diverse experience—from the gritty realism of eHostela (a cult classic about KZN assassins) to the epic scope of Ifalakhe (a pre-colonial drama) and the critically acclaimed adaptation of The Wife —demonstrates her ability to craft compelling stories in diverse genres. Mmamitse’s signature is her creation of iconic worlds and richly drawn characters, evident in her work on the African western, Outlaws. This talent is further showcased in her upcoming projects: the genre-bending contemporary African fantasy Mpondoland (Showmax) and a yet-to-be-announced South African burlesque period drama (Showmax). Her creative producer role on Uzalo, which reached an unprecedented 11 million viewers at its peak and Adulting, a viral, emotive mix of hyper-masculinity and vulnerability, underscores her remarkable ability to connect with mass audiences while maintaining a unique, eccentric storytelling style.