Mandla Dube

Acclaimed South African filmmaker, Mandla Dube, was born in 1965 in Soweto, South Africa. Active since the late 1990s, he has made a name for himself in the world of biographical drama and documentary genres, with his most notable work being the biographical film "Kalushi: The Story of Solomon Mahlangu", which earned him a Best Director nomination at the Africa Movie Academy Awards. Dube's directorial style is marked by his meticulous attention to historical detail and a strong emphasis on narratives of social and political resistance. As a director, Mandla Dube is not only a masterful storyteller but also a passionate historian, giving voice to the often untold stories of his native South Africa.