Tino Ngorima: The South African Actress Taking on the U.S. Stage and Screen

New York, NY — Tino Ngorima, a talented young actress from Kyalami, South Africa, is rapidly establishing herself in the U.S. film and theatre scene with an impressive

lineup of projects. At just 24 years old, she has recently completed filming her leading role in “Timeless Woman,” set for release later this year. This role challenged

her to embody the perspective of an African American woman navigating the complexities of an interracial relationship in contemporary America.

 

Tino’s ascent in the industry has been both steady and prolific. She honed her craft at two of the world’s leading acting schools: NYU Tisch in New York, where she

earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting in 2025, and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, where she completed a full semester in 2024.

 

During her time at NYU Tisch, Tino showcased her talent as Love in “Everybody” at the Marilyn Monroe Theatre in New York and played Casca in “Julius Caesar” at the

GBS Theatre in London. Shortly thereafter, she was cast in an industry script reading at the Bush Theatre. Following her graduation, Tino made her Off-Broadway debut

as Lady Capulet/Lady Montague in an adaptation of Romeo & Juliet, which sold out at a New York theatre. She has since landed another role in an Off-Broadway play

titled Fairies, which she will reprise in 2027 due to popular demand.

 

Beyond acting, Tino is a trained dancer, having studied dance since her early years at an all-girls school in Johannesburg. She is also passionate about producing and is

currently in pre-production for her first short film, “Lover girl.” This project, in which she will star as the lead, explores female friendships and the complexities of

romantic relationships. “I am drawn to stories about women, particularly universal narratives that resonate across cultures,” she shares.

 

Tino credits her parents for instilling a love for academics and a deep appreciation for pop culture. “They encouraged me to watch a variety of adult comedies, which

helped me develop a sense of humour and connect with audiences. I am particularly grateful to my South African school teacher who took a chance on me by offering me

a leading role in a school production. That experience solidified my desire to pursue acting as a career,” she reflects.

 

Tino dreams of working on cross-continental projects and envisions more films being made in South Africa with local talent collaborating with international crews. “South

Africa is home to some of the best talent in the world, and I want to contribute to the recognition and celebration of African storytellers,” she concludes.

Currently, Tino is engaged in a stage reading of the play “Good Mothers,” a piece being workshopped for an eventual premiere at the Edinburgh International Festival

in Scotland.

Where to take tourists in London, according to 10 travel writers

The longer you live in London, you discover more favourite corners of the city, uncover more curiosities and develop a deeper intolerance towards anything even vaguely touristic.

As one of the world's most popular holiday destinations, 20 million visitors descend upon the city every year. So when your turn rolls around to host one of them, the quest to create a tolerable itinerary begins. There are only so many times you need to see the crown jewels, or worse, join the queue for £9 strawberries with a drizzle of molten chocolate at Borough Market.

As an American transplant to London, I am no stranger to this conundrum, often receiving invitations to meet up from friends I haven't spoken to in years – with the thinly veiled expectation of delivering a unique experience through a local lens. And there can be intense pressure to deliver, some visitors may only get this one chance to see this marvellous city.

By Telegraph Travel

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Understanding South Africa's new R500 visa fee

The Department of Home Affairs has proposed a R500 electronic processing fee for travellers using South Africa’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system.

The proposal is contained in a draft notice published in Government Gazette No. 55072 last month.

The ETA, introduced in October 2025, allows travellers to apply for travel authorisation and visas online as part of Home Affairs’ digital transformation programme.

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber said the ETA had been operating as a fully subsidised service because the platform initially lacked an integrated online payment facility.

Full story at IOL

By Mthobisi Nozulela

See Nigeria like never before with Traveltomtom

Popular travel content creator Traveltomtom has been sharing an eye-opening journey across Nigeria, highlighting vibrant cities, smooth airport arrivals, and stunning natural wonders like the Agbokim Waterfalls in Cross River State and Zuma Rock in Abuja.

His viral logs challenge common negative media stereotypes, showcasing Nigeria as a welcoming and beautiful destination.

Key Highlights of the Tour:

Lagos Arrival: Arrived smoothly at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, praising local friendliness.

Lufasi Nature Park: Explored the peaceful urban forest and animal sanctuary in Lagos State.

Abuja & Zuma Rock: Visited the iconic monolith and stayed at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja.

Agbokim Waterfalls: Traveled to the lush, multi-stream cascades near the Cameroonian border in Cross River State.

Suleja Dam: Explored the scenic countryside waters just outside Abuja.

You can also experience Nigeria through his website booking guidelines at https://www.traveltomtom.net/

By Olagunju, Success Taiwo.

UNFPA Appoints Botlhale Boikanyo as Regional ICPD Youth Champion for East and Southern Africa

Johannesburg, August 2026 – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) East and Southern Africa Regional Office is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Botlhale Boikanyo as its new Regional International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Youth Champion.

 

Botlhale Boikanyo is an award-winning South African poet, actress, speaker, and youth advocate whose journey from becoming the first poet and youngest winner of South Africa's Got Talent at the age of 11 has evolved into a powerful platform for youth empowerment and social change. As the founder of the Botlhale Boikanyo Foundation, she has dedicated her work to amplifying young voices, championing education and self-expression, and inspiring a new generation of African changemakers through the power of storytelling. Through her advocacy and leadership, she has inspired young people to use their voices and engage in shaping policies and solutions that affect their lives and futures.

 

As Regional ICPD Youth Champion, Botlhale will work alongside UNFPA to amplify the voices of young people across East and Southern Africa and advocate for accelerated action towards achieving the commitments of the ICPD Programme of Action. She will support efforts to advance bodily autonomy, gender equality, access to quality sexual and reproductive health services, and meaningful youth participation in decision-making processes.

 

For UNFPA,  young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow; they are the leaders of today. Putting young people at front and centre of sustainable development is both urgent and non-negotiable. Their voices, experiences, and innovations are essential in building the Africa we want.

 

Speaking on her appointment, Botlhale Boikanyo said:

 

“My hope and dream is to live in a world where every young person, especially women and girls, has the freedom and opportunities to shape their own future and is included in the rooms where decisions about their lives are made. Being a UNFPA Champion is another step towards turning that vision into reality. It is an opportunity to amplify the voices of young people through storytelling across our region, and advocate for investments that uphold the rights, dignity, well-being and potential of every young person everywhere.”

 

The appointment comes at a critical moment for the region, where young people in Africa constitute a significant share of the global youth population of 1.9 billion and are leading transformative efforts in their communities. Yet many continue to face barriers to education, healthcare, employment, and opportunities to meaningfully participate in decisions that affect their lives. She believes that storytelling is a catalyst for social change and that young people must not only be heard, but meaningfully included in shaping the decisions that affect their lives and futures.

 

As Regional ICPD Youth Champion, Botlhale will use her energetic presence and platform to engage with young people, policymakers, civil society, and development partners to advocate for investments and policies that uphold the rights, dignity, and potential of every young person.