South African media personality, rapper and entrepreneur Nomuzi “Moozlie” Mabena is reflecting on a major career milestone, celebrating 13 years in the entertainment industry following her role as a guest judge on SuperSport’s MVP Talent Search. The moment has prompted both fans and peers to applaud a journey defined by consistency, reinvention and steady growth.
Taking to social media, Moozlie shared a heartfelt reflection on how far she has come since her earliest days chasing opportunities. “One day you’re standing in an audition line, hoping for the best, and the next you’re an industry vet with 13 years of experience… LOOK AT GOD!!” she wrote, capturing the emotion of a career that has come full circle.
Her appearance as a judge on the SuperSport MVP Talent Search was particularly symbolic. The competition is designed to discover South Africa’s next generation of sports broadcasters, including presenters, analysts and commentators. For Moozlie, sitting on the other side of the audition table was a powerful reminder of her own beginnings — once being evaluated, now trusted to evaluate others.
Moozlie first entered the national spotlight in 2012 after winning the MTV Base VJ Search, a breakthrough that launched her into mainstream media. At the time, she was a young aspirant with big dreams and limited industry access. The win not only gave her a platform but also placed her among a new wave of youthful voices reshaping South African television.
Since then, she has built a multifaceted career that spans television presenting, music, acting and business. As a rapper, Moozlie carved out space in a male-dominated hip-hop scene, earning respect for both her lyrical confidence and her refusal to conform to industry expectations. Her work challenged stereotypes while opening doors for more women to be taken seriously in the genre.
On television, she has become known for her polished on-screen presence, versatility and professionalism. Over the years, she has fronted music shows, red carpet events and lifestyle programming, steadily evolving from presenter to cultural tastemaker. Her adaptability has allowed her to remain relevant in an industry where careers often fade as quickly as they begin.
Beyond entertainment, Moozlie has also embraced entrepreneurship and brand-building, becoming a trusted collaborator for major companies while maintaining a strong personal identity. Her ability to balance commercial success with authenticity has been central to her longevity, particularly in an era where public figures are under constant scrutiny.
Her role on the MVP Talent Search judging panel added another dimension to her career — that of mentor and industry authority. Contestants were not only evaluated on technical ability, but also inspired by Moozlie’s presence as someone who has navigated the same uncertainties they now face. Her feedback reflected lived experience rather than theory, making her guidance especially meaningful.
The 2025/26 edition of the competition ultimately crowned Anelisa Jaxa as the winner, but Moozlie’s involvement remained one of the season’s highlights. For many viewers, her journey embodied the very message the show aims to promote: that talent, combined with patience and persistence, can lead to lasting success.
Now 33, the Benoni-born star is widely regarded as a respected voice in South African media, admired not only for her achievements but for her resilience. Her 13-year milestone serves as a reminder that success is rarely instant and that growth often happens quietly, project by project, year by year.
As Moozlie continues to evolve, her reflection stands as encouragement to aspiring creatives across the country — proof that standing in an audition line today could one day lead to shaping the industry tomorrow.
