From TV Sets to Lecture Halls: 5 South African Stars Who Earned Degrees While Building Their Careers
Success in the entertainment industry doesn’t always mean putting education on hold. While juggling demanding filming schedules, television appearances, and business ventures, a number of South African actors and presenters have also committed to earning university qualifications. Their achievements prove that lifelong learning and career success can go hand in hand, inspiring others to invest in their education regardless of where they are in life.
Here are five well-known SA actors and presenters who decided to add degrees to their CVs while still filming, hosting, and running businesses:
1. ProVerb – From Idols To MBA
Who he is: Rapper, author, and former Idols SA host. ProVerb has been in the entertainment space for over 15 years.
What he studied: Bachelor of Business Administration from Regenesys in 2025, then a Master of Business Administration from the same school. He finished the MBA in March 2026.
The moment: He was real about it. “My last assignment tried to trip me at the end, but the final exam carried me over the finish line”. He dedicated his BBA to his late mom and thanked his dad for always believing in him.
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2. Dr Musa Mthombeni – The Doctor Actor
Who he is: Medical doctor, TV presenter, and actor. You know him from YoTV, Club 808 and all the memes. He is also famously known to be married Liesl Laurie.
What he studied: Master of Medicine in Diagnostic Radiology from Wits University. He graduated recently after already specializing.
The moment: Liesl called it “another special week in the bag for our family”. Musa posted in full gown and cap joking, “Vukani!!!! What do Masters of Medicine graduates eat for breakfast again? Speak fast”.
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3. Ayanda Thabethe – Media Queen with An MBA
Who she is: Actress, presenter, and entrepreneur. Ayanda has hosted on TV and built her own brands.
What she studied: Master of Business Administration from Henley Business School. She started in 2021 and graduated in September 2025.
The moment: She pulled it off while working. TV in the day, case studies at night. Now her bio officially says “2x Masters Graduate”.
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4. Seipati “Twasa” Seoke – From Jam Alley To GIB
Who she is: Actress and Lesedi FM radio presenter. Most of us grew up watching her on Jam Alley.
What she studied: Master of Business Administration from GIBS Business School. She graduated in April 2023.
The moment: She dedicated it to her late dad. “My father wanted an MBA… Papa, I made it. I got it done”. That one had us emotional.
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5. Anande Kuse – From Nyanga To Film Grad
Who she is: Actress and stunt performer. You’ll see her in the upcoming Hollywood film Children of Blood and Bone.
What she studied: Advanced Diploma in Film Production from Cape Peninsula University of Technology. She graduated during CPUT’s autumn ceremonies in 2026.
The moment: Anande balanced sport, film, and school. She also represented SA in table tennis while studying. “The experience was fun, and as a film student, I learned a lot”
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This list proves something, fame doesn’t mean you stop learning. Between auditions, shoots, radio shows, and family, you can still make time for textbooks.
It’s giving “growth is intentional”.
If they can juggle sets and seminars, what’s stopping us from going back for that one qualification or getting more?
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