Gugu Gumede is a South African actress from Natal, best known for her role as Mamlambo, a prophetess in the popular soapie *Uzalo.* After returning from the United States in 2013, she secured a role as Mandisa in the hit show *Generations.* In 2015, she was cast as Mamlambo on *Uzalo,* South Africa’s most-watched television show. In 2018, Gumede co-hosted the 11th Crown Gospel Music Awards alongside prominent figures like Somizi Mhlongo and Rebecca Malope.