Manaka Ranaka Biography
Manaka Ranaka is a South African actress, TV personality, and singer who was born and brought up in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa. She is widely known for her roles in the soap opera Generations: The Legacy as Lucy Diale, SABC 3 soap opera Isidingo as Nandipha Sithole, and in Rhythm City as Zanele Kgaditse.
10 Quick Facts About Manaka Ranaka
- Name: Manaka Ranaka
- Age: 43 Years (As of 2022)
- Birthday: 6 April
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Height: 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m)
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: Actress, TV Personality, and Singer
- Marital Status: Married
- Salary: Under Review
- Net worth: $100 Thousand – $1 Million
Manaka Ranaka Age
Ranaka is 43 years old as of 2022, she was born on 6 April 1979, in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa. She celebrates her birthday on 6 April every year and her birth sign is Aries.
Manaka Ranaka Height
Ranaka stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m).
Manaka Ranaka Weight
Ranaka Weighs 58 kg (127.6 lbs).
Manaka Ranaka Education
Ranaka attended and graduated from Dinwiddie High School. She then enrolled at the University of Johannesburg, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts – BA degree in Political Science and Journalism.
Manaka Ranaka Family
Ranaka was born to her parents Nonceba Ranaka and Kgotlaesele Ranaka in Soweto. She spent her childhood with her four siblings named Dineo, Mpumi, Ranaka, and Ziggy Ranaka. Her sister Dineo is a renowned radio personality, television presenter, actress, DJ and TV producer.
Manaka Ranaka Husband
Ranaka is married to her husband Thabo Monareng. Nevertheless, this information is currently under review and will be updated once we get any information related to her husband.
Manaka Ranaka Daughters
Ranaka is a proud mother of two children, both daughters named Katlego and Naledi.
Manaka Ranaka Net Worth
Ranaka’s net worth is estimated to be between $100 thousand and $1 million dollars. This includes her assets, money and income. Her primary source of income is her career as an actress, TV personality, and singer. Through her various sources of income, Manaka has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Manaka Ranaka Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Manaka.
Manaka Ranaka Wiki
- Full Names: Manaka Ranaka
- Popular As: Manaka
- Gender: Female
- Occupation / Profession: Actress, TV Personality, and Singer
- Nationality: South African
- Race / Ethnicity: Black
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Manaka Ranaka Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 43 years (2022)
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Date of Birth: April 6, 1979
- Place of Birth: Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Birthday: April 6
Manaka Ranaka Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m)
- Weight: 58 kg (127.6 lbs)
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
- Shoe Size: Not Available
Manaka Ranaka Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Kgotlaesele Ranaka
- Mother: Nonceba Ranaka
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Dineo, Mpumi, Ranaka, and Ziggy Ranaka
- Marital Status: Married
- Husband/Spouse: Married to Thabo Monareng
- Dating / Boyfriend: Single
- Children: Daughter(s) (Katlego and Naledi) Sons (None)
Manaka Ranaka Net worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $100 Thousand – $1 Million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Actress, TV Personality, and Singer
Manaka House and Cars
- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Manaka Ranaka Career
In 2000 she joined the cast of Isidingo, as Nandipha Sithole, which is a popular soap opera that aired on SABC 3. Shortly after she got pregnant and when she informed the producers of the show she was fired.
She appeared in theater productions Drumstruck, On My Birthday, and Trong, among others. In 2002 she was cast on the original drama Gaz’lam as Portia which aired in SABC 1. The show aired for four seasons.
In 2003 she was cast on the original sitcom, Stokvel as Lerata Khumalo which aired on the SABC 2. She appeared in all eight seasons. In 2005 she appeared on the episode titled “Media in South Africa/Vaginas/A Moment with…
Suze Randall” of the seventh season of the documentary series, SexTV. In 2006 she appeared on the first season of One Way, as Nozuko, which aired on SABC 3. Also, she had a supporting role in Vinolia Ntuli, as Tshisa, that aired on SABC 1.
In 2007 she appeared on the fourth season of Home Affairs as Neli. She also starred in the SABC 1 drama series, Society, where she portrayed the character of Ayanda. In 2012 Manaka Ranaka had a recurring role on the e.tv soap opera, Rhythm City, where she portrayed the character of Zanele Kgaditse – the wife of villainous Rocks Kgaditse.
In 2013 she starred alongside Seputla Sebogodi, Baby Cele, and Thami Afrika in the Mzansi Magic/ Mzansi Wethu soap opera, Zabalaza. In December 2014 she was cast on the Generation; The Legacy as Lucy Diale. This was after the cast the mass dismissal of ‘Generations 16’.
Manaka Ranaka Awards
2007: She won the South African Film and Television Award (SAFTA) for Best Actress in a Television Comedy.
Manaka Ranaka Death and Accident
Manaka is the latest celebrity to become a victim of a fake death post. A Facebook post claimed the Generations: The Legacy star died in a car accident. Some concerned fans took to social media to find out if she really was dead. Manaka put the death rumors to rest by sharing a picture of herself looking very much alive.
She captioned the image: ”Reporting live from heaven on Earth. PS: Michael Jackson says hi.” Actress Terry Pheto, DJ Black Coffee, and comedian Trevor Gumbi are some of the many Mzansi stars who have been victims of death hoaxes. Trevor was killed twice online. He revealed his blind mother was left in tears after receiving calls he had died.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manaka Ranaka
Manaka is a celebrated actress, TV personality, and singer who gained extensive recognition for her roles in the films Isidingo (2000) and Generations:The Legacy (2014–Present).
Manaka is an American national born on 6th April 1979, in Soweto, Johannesburg.
Ranaka stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 meters).
Details about Ranaka’s love life are still under review. We will let you know when she gets in a relationship or when we discover helpful information about her love life.
Manaka has an approximate net worth of $100 thousand and $1 million. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the entertainment industry.
Details about Manaka’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much she makes will be updated as soon as it is available.
Because of security reasons, Manaka has not shared her precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of her house.
Manaka is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.
Manaka is still an active participant in the creative entertainment industry, she is a cast member of Generations:The Legacy. Watch the trailer below.
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