★ HOW OLD IS ZOLA?
Zola is 49 years old, born April 24, 1977 in ZA · Taurus.
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About
Zola 7 built a career across kwaito music, acting, and TV presenting in South Africa, blending township narratives with social impact. Born Bonginkosi Dlamini in 1977, he broke through as an actor on *Yizo Yizo* before releasing bestselling albums and scoring the Academy Award-winning film *Tsotsi* in 2005. His show "Zola 7" became a platform for community development across South Africa. Taurus energy: grounded in township roots and long-term social vision.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Zola 7 is a South African kwaito musician, actor, writer, TV presenter, and poet whose work spans entertainment and grassroots philanthropy. Born Bonginkosi Dlamini on 24 April 1977 in South Africa, he first gained national recognition as an actor on the series *Yizo Yizo*, then pivoted to music with a string of bestselling township-focused albums. In 2005, he appeared in and wrote the musical score for *Tsotsi*, an Academy Award-winning film that cemented his dual role as performer and composer. Beyond entertainment, Zola is recognized as a respected philanthropist; his television show "Zola 7," broadcast on SABC 1, became a vehicle for personal and social development initiatives, including library establishment and community motivation programmes. As a Taurus born in April, he embodies the sign's reputation for patience and long-term vision—traits reflected in his sustained community work alongside his music and film career. Male South African performer.
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Trivia
- Zola appeared in *Tsotsi* and also wrote the film's musical score, a rare dual creative contribution.
- His television show "Zola 7" aired on SABC 1 and focused on facilitating personal and social development for viewers.
- He built his initial breakthrough as an actor on the series *Yizo Yizo* before transitioning to music.
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Numerology
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The Seeker
Analytical and private. Zola release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Tian XiweiOx · 1997
- Banita SandhuOx · 1997
- Bella MacleanOx · 1997
- Bang ChanOx · 1997
CHALLENGING
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Nicola Peltz
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Zola?
- Zola is 49 years old (born April 24, 1977).
- When is Zola's birthday?
- Zola was born on April 24, 1977.
- What is Zola's zodiac sign?
- Zola is a Taurus, born April 24, 1977.
- What is Zola's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Zola was born in 1977, the year of the Fire Snake.
- Where is Zola from?
- Zola is from ZA.
- What does Zola do?
- Zola is a actor.
- Is Zola still alive?
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