Sthandiwe Kgoroge
Sthandiwe Kgoroge is a visionary force in the arts, culture, and entertainment industries, seamlessly merging creative excellence with strategic leadership. As an award-winning actress, director, and creative curator, her indelible mark on the South African and international film and television landscape spans over 2 decades with standout roles in Generations as twins Zinzi and Zoleka,Yizo Yizo, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, Queen Mother Mthaniya in Shaka iLembe and Uncovered on Netflix to name but a few.
Her impact extends far beyond the screen—she has shaped cultural discourse through groundbreaking initiatives like the 2024 installation for the Dr. Esther Mahlangu Art Studio handover.
Curated conversations on her platform Afrika Creative Cool on the future of artistry in the Fourth Industrial Revolution(The Playhouse Company,Durban)and led successful fundraising efforts for projects such as Zulu Wedding. Her ability to transform artistic visions into powerful realities speaks to her exceptional storytelling, branding, and strategic thinking skills. A bold advocate for African creativity, Sthandiwe’s influence reaches into fashion, stakeholder management, and social impact. As the founder of Poetry Museum, a high-end fashion brand that has earned her recognition in major publications and on platforms like Top Billing.
Her leadership as former Stakeholder Manager within the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture saw her spearhead campaigns that amplified the voices of artists in the South African creative industry.
Sthandiwe is a curator of experiences, a champion of African artistry, an entrepreneur and a passionate storyteller.
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“The Joburg film festival is one of my favourite festivals, dedicated to the true and authentic art of storytelling and an honest reflection of Africas cinematic narrative .So to be one of the jurors on this years festival is nothing but an honour and prestigious feather in my cap as an artist.”