Velile Makhoba’s age astounds Mzansi since she is younger than she appears; she plays Gugulethu on the Mzansi Magic serial Gomora. Gugu is the late Mbongeni Ndaba’s unmarried daughter; she grew up under the care of her uncle Phumlani and grandparents.

Her character was introduced when she crashed Phumlani and Thati’s wedding and accused Thati of taking her father’s and stealing their money on social media.

 

 

 

Gugu was devastated when Phumlani left her in the village, so he moved to Gomora to be with Thati.

Phumlani and Thati chose to stay with Gugu in order to make amends by showing her love and treating her as if she were their own daughter. However, Phumlani died, and Gugu relocated to MaSonto’s house, where she is still remaining despite MaChonco, her grandmother’s, attempts to transfer her to the Eastern Cape.

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How old is actress Gugu ‘Velile Makhoba’ from Gomora?

Velile Makhoba was born in Mayville, Durban, in 2001. Her acting abilities are remarkable, and her ability to play a teenage girl wanting to gain Thati as a mother figure in her life has led many to believe she is elderly. One would never realize Velile is only 21 based on how well he plays his character.

The star is a novice to the entertainment sector who is striving to make a name for herself in a competitive industry.

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A look at Velile Makhoba’s career

While in primary school, the Gomora star discovered her passion for traditional dancing. Velile attended Cato Crest Primary School, where she discovered her passion for dancing and was taught Zulu and Umshado. These cultural forms inspired her as they taught her about her culture’s history.

The actress attended Mayville Secondary School and KwaMashu Art Center for dancing classes. Velile Makhoba’s ambition is to start a dance production firm that teaches young people how to express themselves through dance.

She was a member of the dance ensemble Izintuthwane, which performed during the inauguration of the Nedbank Final Cup at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban in 2019. She won the Special Recognition International Performance Award in her professional dance debut year, proving she is a master of her craft.

Velile made strides in the area of acting while she was winning in her dancing career. She landed a role in Gomora Season 2 and starred in the Black Door.