Anele Mdoda shine at Oscars 2025

South Africans at the 97th Oscars

South African star Anele Mdoda attended the 97th Academy Awards that took place Sunday night at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Mzansi bagged a nomination with The Last Ranger film in the Best Live Action Short Film category but lost to another film, I'm Not a Robot. Best live action short film WINNER: I'm Not a Robot A Lien Anuja The Last Ranger The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent However, Anele Mdoda and her co-producer of the aformentioned Mzansi film expressed excitement and gratitude for the recognition. Nandi Mbatha, Linda Mtoba and a few others attended the Don Julio's Oscars screening in SA; they stunned at the event with their various fashion statements. See photos below: