DHURA MAKES A LIVING THROUGH CONTENT CREATION

GA-KGAPANE | Meet Amukelane Baloyi well known as Sukasa laguru laku Dhura Gabadiya ya Mantariana ,a rising creative from Mothambekha Village who began his acting journey at the age of 09 while attending W.M. Kgatla Primary School. His early passion for performance was also nurtured in church, where he took part in gospel poetry.

In 2022, he graduated from Khebhebhe Art and Project as a director, marking a turning point in his career. He then created his social media brand, Dhura, a multitalented character known for bringing different personalities to life such as Papa Bennett, Moscow and Dorris.

His natural and heartfelt acting style has earned him love from a wide audience, including children, mothers, and elders, with many affectionately calling him Sukasa laguru laku Dhura Gabadiya ya mantariana.

Amukelane’s influence has continued to grow, leading to opportunities such as becoming a brand ambassador for Rossimoda and Rugani Juice in 2024 and later partnering with international brand Bet Easy in 2026, where he promotes using the code Dhura50.

In the same year, he founded Dhura Media House, an organisation focused on giving back to the community. Through his efforts, more than 80 school shoes were donated to underprivileged learners across several schools, including Sefaoane Primary School, Modubatse High School, Mamatlepa Primary School, and Mokgadi Primary School. This initiative reflects his long standing dream of making a difference using his own earnings.

Starting from zero followers in 2024, his platform has grown to over 195,000 followers by 2026. He is now also a sought after MC in Bolobedu, having introduced well-known artists such as King Monada, Cassper Nyovest, and Israel Matseke-Zulu, among others. He has also collaborated with artists like Black Cat, Benny Mayengani, Tsaka RSA and Soweto Hippie, and has worked with brands such as Grand PAR in Soweto and Rata Rata Store.

Amukelane remains available for bookings and continues to build his brand with the dream of taking his acting to television and eventually creating an international TV platform. He encourages his supporters to stand by him and shares a message of resilience, faith and consistency reminding young creatives to start where they are, stay humble, and keep pushing despite challenges and criticism.

By Karabo Moloisi