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Skhumba Hlophe is a South African comedian known for authentic Kasi-style comedy, sold-out live shows, and sharp observational humor. Catch him live before the next date sells out.

100+

Sold-out shows

1.4M+

YouTube views

12

Cities this tour

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About Skhumba

About
Skhumba.

Skhumbuzo Skhumba Hlophe is a South African comedian, actor, and radio personality from Tembisa, known for his authentic Kasi-style comedy and sharp observational humor. With a strong presence across Gauteng and nationwide, he has performed at major events including the Soweto Comedy Festival, Tshwane Comedy Festival, and Blacks Only, where he has headlined multiple times.

He is widely recognized for his sold-out One Man Specials such as #ItsAShubile, #1sOfAll, #JustForKontrol, and #IMeanBizniss, which have toured across South Africa. His performances combine real-life storytelling with high-energy delivery, making him one of the most sought-after comedians in the country.

Beyond the stage, Skhumba has built a solid media career, featuring on Tandekas Diary (SABC1), appearing as a detective on The Masked Singer South Africa, and starring in the Netflix film A Soweto Love Story. He currently co-hosts the Drive 959 show on Kaya FM, further expanding his national reach.

Headliner

Blacks Only and major comedy festivals

Specials

#ItsAShubile, #1sOfAll, #JustForKontrol, #IMeanBizniss

Screen

The Masked Singer SA and A Soweto Love Story

Radio

Drive 959 co-host on Kaya FM

Stage PresenceBooking Ready
Awards

Award
moments.

In 2016 and 2017, Skhumba's hard work earned him four nominations in the Savanna Comic Choice Awards, with wins in major solo and headline categories.

Savanna Comic Choice Awards

4 nominations across 2016 and 2017

Flying Solo Category

Winner in 2016 and 2017

Comic of the Year

Winner in 2017

DStv MVCA

Favourite Comedian winner in 2018

Savanna Comic Choice Awards

2016 and 2017 nominations

  • Non English CategoryNominee
  • Flying Solo CategoryWinner for 2016 and 2017
  • Breakthrough CategoryNominee
  • Comic of the YearWinner for 2017

DStv MVCA Favourite Comedian

Audience favourite

He won DStv MVCA Favourite Comedian in 2018 and received nominations again in 2019 and 2022.

Wheelchairs handed over during Skhumba's annual Walk This Way With Skhumba drive

500+

Wheelchairs donated

CSI

Giving
back.

Since 2016, Skhumba has turned his birthday month into a fundraiser. He rallies his comic friends behind Walk This Way With Skhumba — a benefit show whose cheeky title masks a serious goal: buying wheelchairs for people who need them.

The wheelchairs are distributed to homes across Gauteng every August, Skhumba's birthday month. Over 500 wheelchairs have been donated so far.

It's a reminder that comedy, when it wants to, can carry weight.

Founded

2016

Benefit Show

Walk This Way With Skhumba

Distribution

Gauteng Province

Impact to Date

500+ wheelchairs

Community WorkGauteng Focus
Live Dates

Upcoming Dates

Tickets sell fast. Get your tickets early to avoid missing out on a night you'll quote for years.

MAY

23

2026

Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal

The Balele Conference Venue, Blackrock Casino · 19:00

JUN

20

2026

eMalahleni (Witbank), Mpumalanga

The Ridge Casino, Cnr N4 Highway & Mandela Street · 19:00

JUN

27

2026

East London, Eastern Cape

The Venue, Hemingways Casino · 19:00

JUL

10

2026

Boksburg, Gauteng

Mardi Gras Theatre, Carnival City · 19:00 (Doors open 18:00)

JUL

11

2026

Boksburg, Gauteng

Mardi Gras Theatre, Carnival City · 19:00 (Doors open 18:00)

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Big Banger Comedy
Big laughs, live.

Big Banger Comedy is a live stand-up comedy platform dedicated to delivering bold, high-energy comedy experiences across South Africa. Built around headline specials, curated lineups, and nationwide tour stops, the platform showcases both celebrated comedians and powerful new voices, all brought together under one banner committed to big laughs and unforgettable live shows. Whether on casino stages, theatres, or special event venues, Big Banger Comedy exists to put authentic, hard-hitting comedy front and centre, experienced best live and in the moment.

Bookings & Enquiries

Let's make
something happen.

Use the form below for bookings, collaborations, venue enquiries, or media requests.

Booking Enquiries

smnguni@icloud.com

General Enquiries

info@skhumbahlophe.com

Location

Johannesburg, SA