Luyanda Zuma Calls on Fans to Vote for Her in the National Film and TV Awards 

Actress, model, and brand ambassador Luyanda Zuma is calling on her fans to rally behind her as she celebrates another major career milestone. The talented star has been nominated for Best Newcomer at the National Film and TV Awards for her role in Shaka iLembe, and she’s asking her supporters to help her bring the award home.

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Sharing her excitement on social media, Luyanda expressed heartfelt gratitude to her fans. She wrote, “Hello Family! I’m overwhelmed to share that this is my second nomination for this year. I’d be forever grateful if you could help me secure this milestone in my career. I know we’ve been through a lot, but I believe in us to keep it going. Your support means everything. You can vote via the link in my bio. Thank you for being my rock!”

To vote for Luyanda, fans can visit www.nationalfilmacademy.com, register as members, and cast their votes for her under the Best Newcomer category. The actress also reminded her followers how much their continued love and encouragement mean to her as she continues to grow in her career.

This exciting nomination comes shortly after Luyanda made headlines for her success in the Miss South Africa 2025 pageant. The actress and model was crowned First Runner-Up at the star-studded finale held on Saturday, 25 October, at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria.

Reflecting on her journey, Luyanda shared a powerful message filled with faith and gratitude. She wrote, “Being sashed First Runner-Up at Miss South Africa is a moment I’ll cherish forever, not just for what it represents, but for what it means in God’s divine plan. Every message, every word of love and encouragement has touched my heart deeply. Through it all, I’ve been reminded that His will has been done. I am exactly where I’m meant to be—walking in purpose, grace, and gratitude. I am my ancestors’ wildest dream, standing tall because of the prayers, sacrifices, and strength that came before me. And for that, I am endlessly thankful. Ngiyabonga kakhulu.”

From her breakout acting role in Shaka iLembe to her inspiring performance at Miss South Africa, Luyanda Zuma continues to rise as one of Mzansi’s brightest young stars.