Mangaliso Ngema, is a South African actor best known for his roles in the popular serials Vehicle 19, Mary and Martha and Lithapo.

[citation needed] He was born and raised in Orlando West, Soweto, South Africa.

While working there, he made the television debut with the soap opera Generations and played the role of 'Lunga Zondo' in 1993.

Then he made several notable appearances in the serials: Home Affairs, Housekeepers, MTV Shuga, Ring of Lies, Mzansi, Side Dish, Soul Buddyz and Single Guyz.

[6] In June 2022 Ngema was charged with rape and released on bail after appearing at the Randburg Magistrate's Court.