Portia Gumede

Portia Gumede is a South African actress born and raised in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Gumede has a Diploma in Drama at the Durban University of Technology, where she honed her skills and knowledge in the field. Gumede has showcased her talent in both film and television. Her appearance as receptionist Dinki Dube in the SABC3 television drama series “Hard Copy” captivated audiences with her portrayal. She has co-written, produced, and starred in the SABC1 mini-series “Inzingane zoBaba,” which got its inspiration from Shakespeare’s King Lear. It was a six-part series, part of the “Shakespeare in Mzansi” program, airing from April to May 2008. Portia Gumede’s acting prowess extends even beyond these roles.

She has appeared in other television series such as “Home Affairs,” “Going Up Again,” “Backstage,” “Egoli,” “Stokvel,” “Soul City,” and “Sibhale.” Her movie appearances include “Oh Schucks…I’m Gatvol” alongside Leon Schuster. Gumede’s talent has seen her involvement in award-nominated projects. She has also ventured into writing and creating compelling television shows. Gumede had a vital role in the creation and writing of “Sokhulu and Partners,” which got an International Emmy Best Drama Award in 2009. She has also contributed to shows like “Home Affairs 2 and 3,” “Interrogation Room,” and “Keeping Up Appearances.” She is a versatile writer and an expert at crafting engaging narratives across different genres. Gumede also writes for O Magazine. Her articles share her insights, valuable perspectives and have enriched the publication’s content.