Loyiso Gola was nominated for the Best Comedian of the Year in the inaugural instalment of the Stars of Mzansi Awards 2008 (SA’s version of the Emmy Awards )
Loyiso Gola’s unique sense of humour, affinity towards openly frank and observational commentary has carved him into a comedy genius elevating his status to that of one of South Africa’s most talented comedians.
Loyiso has been performing comedy for 8 years and has graced the stages of all the major festivals and events on the local comedy calendar. In being invited to perform for 2 years running at the Cape Town International Comedy Festival, South Africa’s most prestigious comedy event, he announced his arrival as one of the country’s most talented comedians. His talents were also recognized and honoured further when he was selected to perform in the “Best of the Festival” line up which included all the best acts at the festival, mostly internationally acclaimed acts.
In 2008, Loyiso also wowed audiences nationwide as he toured the country with his critically acclaimed one man show, interestingly titled “Loyiso Gola for President” He received rave reviews in his Joburg and Durban runs of the show. The success of the show culminated in it winning him a South African Comedy Award in 2007. He was asked to perform at this inaugural instalment of this event, and has also been invited to perform in London, Dubai, Gaberone and Lusaka.
