Vele Manenje

About

Award-winning television actress that is best known for her role as Shandu in the 2016 drama series Ring of Lies. She is also well-known for her roles in G.I.L, Savage Beauty, and DiepCity. In the year 2023, she was cast in the role of Paulinah in the comedy film Clean Job.

Before Fame

She is a graduate of South Africa's National School of Arts. Upon graduating, she received her degree in communications.

Trivia

As a result of her highly-acclaimed performance in the drama series Ring of Lies, she was given an award for "Best Supporting Actress in a Telenovela" during the 2019 South African Film and Television Awards. Since the show's initial debut in the year 2016, the series has won three different awards while also receiving over 15 different nominations. 

Family Life

Although she was born in the South African state of Venda, she primarily grew up living with her family in Gauteng. 

Associated With

She co-starred alongside Connie Chiume and Bohang Moeko in the 2016 drama series Ring of Lies.