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An award-winning writer, presenter, actress and activist, Lebo Mashile is a South African household name who is most recognizable for her lyrical and gutsy poetry which has captivated audiences in 24 countries worldwide. Mashile is a much sought after social commentator, speaker, performer and master of ceremonies whose infectious enthusiasm is infused into every platform she has touched over the last 16 years.

Acted in "Hotel Rwanda". Wrote “Flying Above The Sky”, and won NOMA award for "A Ribbon of Rhythm". Self-produced album "Lebo Mashile Live!".Wrote and performs in “Threads,” a fusion of poetry, music and dance, with Moving Into Dance Mophatong in collaboration with renowned choreographer Sylvia Glasser. Written articles in several magazines. Wrote Created and Produced documentary series “L’Attitude”, Presented “Drawing The Line”. Co-Presented etv’s children’s show “Great Expectations”. Mashile has just released her second studio album titled, Moya, in collaboration with singer/songwriter Majola. February 2018 saw her debut of a theatre piece on Saartjie Baartman.