One of South Africa's leading Entertainment agencies - Our Future Talent Management - founded by well renowned entertainer  Sonwabile Gingqishe hosted their first annual Award ceremony virtually on the 13th of December 2021, to commend the hard work & consistency of their artists all year long.
The agency was founded to support individuals at a timely moment in their creative careers, by giving them the freedom to develop their ideas & deliver at the highest level required. They've helped contribute in the personal/professional growth of hundreds of creatives around the country, placing them in the radar of industry greats, as well as securing them top notch gigs.

"we decided to create this award night to Honour & encourage our artists. this is an initiative we are particularly passionate about. The entertainment industry is a fierce and competitive industry and rewarding excellence is our way of giving back to our deserving artists, motivating them to keep on working hard being dedicated and realising their dreams."- Sonwabile Gingqishe

Objectives of ceremony;

•Recognise and reward outstanding performers.
•Recognise and reward the significant contribution made by individuals to enhancing the quality of performance in both entertainment, fashion and commercial industry.
•Honour, award and convey gratitude towards Actors, Fashion and Commercial Models for their excellent performance throughout the year. 
•Honor individuals who booked jobs throughout the year.
•Stimulate, encourage and support aspiring artists, fashion and commercial models in their careers.

•Motivate and create a culture within the company that reinforces family value it was founded upon. 

 

 

The Nominees for The Outstanding Actor Of The Year 2021;

☆ Neo Kutoane

☆ Joseph Mvelase

☆ Mbulelo Dlodlo

☆ Mfundo Mkhize

☆ Emmanuel O’Ajayy

☆ Karam Ezzideen

"I've got to say, I have so much respect for these individuals who worked tirelessly and made sure they book jobs alongside established actors."- Director, Our Future Management Agency 

 

The Nominees For The Outstanding Actress Of The Year 2021;

☆ Khanya Sosibo

☆ Leonice Swartz

☆ Rechelle Heldsinger

☆ Sanelisiwe Dlepu

"These awesome women showed dedication throughout castings, securing jobs in quite a few South African Soapies and Series. From Generations The Legacy, Isiphindiselo, Skeem Saam, Rhythm City, Diep City, Auditioning and getting shortlisted for the International Featured Film Castings."- C.E.O, Our Future Management Agency 
 

The Nominees For The Top Music Video Model Of The Year 2021;

☆ Leonice Swartz

☆ Mpho Gates

☆ Otshepeng Khoza

 

The Outstanding Hip Hop Artist of The Year Nominees;

☆ Rheebongs

☆ Kiing-Beezy5219

"There are no words to express how proud we are to work with these two astonishing artists. The projects that are on the table are superb."- C.E.O, Our Future Management Agency 

 

The Nominees For Best Commercial Model;

☆ Leonice Swartz

☆ Sanelisiwe Dlepu

☆ Sive Njobe

☆ Ron Govender

"These individuals stood out from castings, always submitted self-tapes on time for Shortlisting and secured several national tv commercials."- Director, Our Future Management Agency 

 

The Nominees For Best Supportive Digital Publications;

☆ Creatives Makhado

☆ Joburg Post

☆ Free State World

"These are the publications that have been supporting our Public Relations Department in making sure that we push clients into getting the recognition digitally."- C.E.O, Our Future Management Agency 

 

The Nominees For Most Shortlisted Artist Of The Year;

☆ Otshepeng Khoza

☆ Sive Njobe

☆ Leonice Swartz

"These individuals worked really hard and delivered the best auditions all the time from TV Commercials, Soapies, Music Videos to International Featured Films."-C.E.O, Our Future Management Agency 

 

The Nominees For Top Model Who Featured Most In The Catalogs;

☆ Leonice Swartz

☆ Sive Njobe

 

The Winners:

Outstanding Actor Of The Year Award went to the - Webster Neo Kutoane -   Whom made his presence felt over the course of the year. His highlights for 2021 include; Playing a butler on @mzansi_fosho soapie SkeemSaam, Detective Mazibuko on @official_rhythm_city, Coach on Now Or Never @mzansi_fosho, Banker: Family Secretes, Security : Happiness Ever After, Sylvester on @muvhangosa, Detective: Covet on @netflixsa, Dumi The Greed on @mojalovetv & a Tv commercial for @dischem_pharmacies.  "Thanks Neo for always pushing and going after opportunities. Your dedication and the love for our team is so amazing. We are looking forward for the 2022 and we are blessed to be the part of your journey."- Director, Our Future Management Agency 

 

Khanya Sosibo won The Outstanding Actress Of The Year after a very successful year on screen & Radio, scoring herself roles like; Nurse Moyakhe on @generations_the_legacy, Supporting Role as a receptionist on Isiphindiselo, @kayaon959 Jazzwuary Campaign, @kayaon959 KZN Tourism Ad, she then auditioned and got shortlisted for an international featured film Shaka: King Of The Zulu Nation.
"Well done Khanya, we are so proud of you for all the work, for pushing, and being dedicated to your dream and talent."- C.E.O, Our Future Management Agency 

 

Otshepeng Khoza was named The Top Music Video Model Of The Year after appearances in over 5+ videos. including chart topping songs; Kwesta - Fire In the Ghetto, Lady Zamar - Its You Dreaming, Master KG ft Noncebo & Burna Boy - Jerusalema remix & Binnelanders - Extra.

 

The Best Hip Hop Artist Of The Year was awarded To Rheebongs The General for the success of latest project Kasified. a very special album that has listeners going wild, the talented lyricist is finally getting the credit he deserves.

The Best Commercial Model Of The Year Award went to the ever enthusiastic - Sanelisiwe Dlepu - An artist that had an amazing year on our tv screens, staring in both commercials and soapies; Featured on a continental tv commercial for @absa, got cast as Lead: On a national tv commercial for @kfcsouthafrica & a Feature on national drama tv show Isiphindiselo.
"Thanks for all your hard work and dedication Saneh. We also wish you all the best on your journey for 2022."- C.E.O, Our Future Management Agency 

Creatives Makhado was honored with the Most Supportive Digital Publication Award. 

The Most Shortlisted Of The Year Award went to the ever passionate Leonice Swartz who shot a music video with DJ Sliqe, featured on a @mzansi_fosho series #AfricanDream S1, Shortlisted 2 times for International Featured Films; one will be headlined by Thuso Mbedu, auditioned and got shortlisted for brands such as @nivea, @lorealparis, @pudosa, @dstvza, Shortlisted for South African Drama TV show as Auntie Brenda. 
"Her love, passion, drive and the dedication is what keeps her going. She's the only artist that never gets tired, she would be on a holiday, driving, or at work but whenever she gets a call for a casting she never hesitates to do it. She isn't scared to talk to our Director to seek for advice when she doesn't understand and need guidance."- C.E.O, Our Future Management Agency 

Leonice Swartz also won The Top Model who featured most in the catalogs.
"Through all odd she still kept pushing stronger on every audition, it was amazing to witness."- Director, Our Future Management Agency 

A Word Of Apprecation By Founder Of OurFutureTalentManagement :

"You know they say Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration. There are no shortcuts to any place worth going to. That's why we've agreed the Our Future Talent Management Awards will be an annual event with no strings attached. Just recognition of hard work and excellence."- Sonwabile Gingqishe