Lunga ''Luchy'' Mofokeng (born 12 July 1996), is a South African actor and media personality. He is best known for his starring role as Andile Dikana in Mzansi Magic television series The River.[1] His portrayal of Andile has gained a significant attention and praise for bringing awareness to the LGBTQ+ community.[2][3]
Lunga Mofokeng | |
|---|---|
| Born | Lunga Mofokeng July 12, 1996 |
| Other name | Luchy |
| Education | CityVarsity |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2017–present |
| Notable work | The River |
Life and career
editMofokeng was born on 7 September 1996, in Katlehong, Gauteng, South Africa. He was raised by his mother while his father passed on when he was young.[4][5] He attended the CityVarsity where he holds Diploma in Professional Acting.[6]
Mofokeng began his career in grade 10, he made his first television appearance playing the cameo role as Thando's nephew in Ring of Lies season 2.[7] In 2018, he played a starring role in a telenovela in The River as Andile Dikana (gay role), the second child of Sindi Dlathu (Lindiwe Dikana) and Hlomla Dandala (Zweli Dikana).[8][9] In February 2026, he is currently playing the supporting role in SABC 1 soapie opera Skeem Saam as a Turf High teacher.[10][11]
Filmography
edit| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Ring of Lies | Thando's nephew |
| 2018 | The River | Andile Dikana |
| 2026–present | Skeem Saam | Turf High teacher |
Awards and nominations
editReferences
edit- ↑ Tsewu, Siya. "Five minutes with The River's Lunga Mofokeng". Drum. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
- ↑ Mahlangu, Quincy. "The River's Lunga Mofokeng celebrates pride month!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2025-04-29.
- ↑ Tsewu, Siya. "Five minutes with The River's Lunga Mofokeng". Drum. Retrieved 2025-04-29.
- ↑ Mbendeni, Alutho. "Local celebs share the best advice they have received from their fathers". Drum. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
- ↑ "6 of our favorite TV stars share the best advice their dad gave them". www.gq.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
- ↑ Ndoro, Tim E. (2020-10-20). "The River Actors And Their Professional Qualifications/Degrees". iHarare News. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
- ↑ "Ring of Lies | Season 2 | TVSA". www.tvsa.co.za. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
- ↑ Bona, Staff (2023-08-02). "We're officially done shooting,' says The River's Lunga Mofokeng". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
- ↑ "Lunga Mofokeng tackles gay role with aplomb in The River". SowetanLIVE. Archived from the original on 2025-01-08. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
- ↑ Mpapu, Hopewell (2026-02-08). "Former The River star Lunga Mofokeng is excited to join Skeem Saam cast". News24. Retrieved 2026-02-09.
- ↑ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2026-02-05). "'Skeem Saam' welcomes new power player as Lunga Mofokeng joins cast". Sunday World. Retrieved 2026-02-09.
- ↑ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2023-02-15). "Nominees for the sixth Royalty Soapie Awards". Sunday World. Retrieved 2025-04-19.