10 South African Actors with Engineering or Medical Degrees

In the world of entertainment, most actors have honors or degrees in drama or other arts-related fields. However, very few have degrees in fields like engineering or medicine.

In this video, we will explore 10 South African actors who are qualified engineers or medical doctors, as well as those who are currently studying to become engineers or doctors. Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content like this.

1. Dr. Faf du Toit

Dr. Faf du Toit, a superstar actor who plays the role of Kanan on “Generations: The Legacy,” is actually a medical doctor in real life.

When he’s off-screen, he treats patients, showcasing his professionalism and dedication to both his careers. Before his acting career, Faf was a top model and even won titles like Mr. Africa and Mr. World South Africa in 2019.

2. D

D, once known as President D, is a TV presenter who began his acting journey not long ago. He recently had a big role in “House of Zwide.” What many don’t know is that D is also an engineering graduate.

He pursued his engineering degree at Varsity University, although it’s unclear if he will practice full-time. His resilience and endurance are remarkable, and he is also a successful influencer in the entertainment industry.

3. Dr. Musa Mthombeni

Dr. Musa Mthombeni is a South African actor, businessman, and TV presenter best known for his work on “YOTV” and other TV shows.

He is a celebrity doctor with many academic accolades, including a degree in Radiology as of 2024. Musa is also married to Lisa Loraine, whom some may recognize from his social media posts.

4. Sfiso Forlee

Sfiso Forlee, known for his roles in “Schemes” and “Generations: The Legacy,” graduated with a degree in engineering before transitioning into acting. He worked as a networking engineer for companies like Ericsson, Huawei Technology, and M’s Group.

Although his engineering job paid well, acting was his true passion, and he eventually quit his engineering career to pursue acting full-time.

5. John Muts

John Muts, a taxi owner and actor, is also an engineer. He earned his Sound Engineering degree while working as a petrol attendant. His resilience and endurance are remarkable, and he owns a successful taxi business, making him financially secure aside from his acting career.

6. M

M, who plays Mar on “ETV Scandal,” is currently pursuing a degree in civil engineering. She has been playing her role for nearly a decade and is also a competitive netball player for the University of Pretoria.

Although she hasn’t graduated yet, she is expected to complete her degree soon. M is also an artist and makes music.

7. Sandile Mangu

Sandile Mangu, a former “Scandal” actor, was born in Middelburg and moved to study engineering at Tshwane University of Technology.

He began attending auditions with his close friend Taba and eventually appeared in highly praised series like “Blood and Water” and “How to Ruin Christmas.”

Sandile’s specific degree is in electrical engineering, and he worked as an electrical apprentice before deciding to further his studies to become an electrical engineer.

8. Nelly Tshiamo

Nelly Tshiamo, known for her role on “Uzalo,” is actually a qualified chemical engineer. Despite the challenges of studying chemistry, she excelled in her studies and even used her expertise to create her own line of cosmetics.

Her contributions to the entertainment industry are undeniable, and she continues to push her other business endeavors.

9. Forfan Advance

Forfan Advance, known for his sophisticated English and roles in various shows, is actually a multi-talented individual. He is a school teacher, athlete, radio host, singer, and an electrician.

He graduated with a degree in electrical engineering from Mangosuthu University of Technology in 1998 and taught mathematics in high school.

10. Name

Name, best known for his role as an IT specialist, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in information technology from the University of Pretoria. His degree includes two minors in software and programming, making him a software engineer of sorts.

He is also a father and shares his interests in traveling, music, entrepreneurship, and cooking on his Instagram.

Conclusion

These 10 South African actors prove that you can excel in multiple fields simultaneously. Their dedication to both their academic and acting careers is truly inspiring.

Whether they are practicing their degrees full-time or using their education as a backup, these actors show that intelligence and talent can go hand in hand.

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