Ayakha Ntunja Shines As the Cover Star of A Leading Magazine
Ayakha Ntunja Shines As the Cover Star of A Leading Magazine. Being on the cover of any magazine is not small thing. It shows that you are relevant, hip and happening, recognized and a star that any look up to. That is why even the biggest of celebrities always gush over being cover stars.
One of our celebrities who have the privilege of being a cover star is none other than Ayakha Ntunja. The celebrated actress is on the cover of True Love Magazine for their April-June 2026 issue. Ayakha get to share her story of working hard today to build her tomorrow.
“So grateful ❤️thank you!” Ayakha said in gratitude.
Aya’s first encounter with the spotlight came in 2023, when she was cast in MTV Shuga: Down South, as Thembi. Before then she had starred in short films. In 2024, she got her biggest role yet in Youngins, as Amo Mosweu. Currently she plays Qhawekazi Mabandla in Mzansi Magic award-winning telenovela, Inimba. Qhawe is 20, beautiful, intelligent, confident, with a backbone defined by pride which stems from how she was raised. She completed her studies in IT and software engineering, and works at Khusela Techonologies where she falls in love. Qhawe gets caught in a messy battle between the adults in her life who vie for her love and attention.
Aya also bagged a role in a new movie titled Loved Out. She describes the movie as a taste of comedy, family and most certainly love. Her talent doesn’t go unnoticed, as she got an international award nomination at the Africa Choice Award 2025. She has been nominated under the Most Promising Female Movie Star of the Year category.
Aya’s other notable achievements, include the FEDA Acting Award in 2019 and the prestigious Best Performer Full Colors award the following year. Her versatility shone in 2020 as she claimed titles in Best Choreographer and Best Dancer. She extended her impact by taking on the role of Programs Director at the Unspoken Words Theatre Factory, showcasing both leadership and performance prowess.
