The presenter of popular SABC 1 show Selimathunzi, Zanele Potelwa, has just bagged herself a new gig.

Potelwa had been a vibrant figure on the popular youth show Selimathunzi and her stock as a presenter is on an upward trajectory.

 

Potelwa had been chosen as the the new host for the popular Daily Dispatch and Johnson & Johnson Local Hero Awards ceremony.

The awards ceremony is set to be held in the Eastern Cape.

This year, the gala dinner will be hosted by local legend Zanele Potelwa, 28, born in Dutywa but grew up in Buffalo City.

Of the 500 plus nominees, 12 winners each receive a professionally shot film and R20,000 to be announced at the bespoke evening of food, drinks and celebration at the ICC on October 27.

Potelwa is well known for her vibrancy when she is behind the mic and this will give her the perfect opportunity to showcase her skills in a province she calls home.