Connie Chiume’s daughter asks for donations
Nothando Mabuza, daughter of the late actress Connie Chiume, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to fund her performing arts studies in Los Angeles. She intends to use the training to mentor young performers in South Africa.
Why it matters
The story highlights the challenges faced by artists in accessing international training and the role of community-based mentorship in the arts.
Home » Lifestyle » Entertainment » Celebs And Viral
The late Connie Chiume with her daughter, Nothando Mabuza. Picture: Instagram/@nothandomabuza_chiume
Actress and drama teacher Nothando Mabuza, the daughter of late veteran actress Connie Chiume, is seeking donations to help fund her studies in Los Angeles.
Mabuza has launched a crowdfunding campaign that aims to raise R150 000 through BackaBuddy .
At the time of publication, the campaign had raised R300.
Mabuza said the money will cover the fees for her Performing Arts conservatory programme in the United States.
In her campaign, the actress said she has spent years teaching drama and mentoring young performers in communities with limited access to the entertainment industry.
“My name is Nothando Mabuza, a South African actress, drama teacher, and creative entrepreneur passionate about empowering young people through the arts.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in