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Mnqobi Kunene’s secret to balancing festive indulgence with fitness goals

Staying active

At 32, Mnqobi Kunene is making a name for himself in television. With roles in popular shows such as Imbewu, How to Manifest a Man and Outlaws, he is quickly becoming a household name.

His latest venture on Mzansi Magic’s My Brother’s Keeper sees him taking on the role of Khwezi, a dignified, savvy and resilient businessman.

While Kunene may be a newcomer to the acting industry, his journey began with a strong foundation in sports.

Growing up in eMondlo, northern KwaZulu-Natal, he pursued his love for sports, particularly rugby, while at Vryheid Landbou High School.

Reflecting on his introduction to acting, Kunene recalled: “The whole fitness thing, I’m not gonna say it started there, but the whole passion behind

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