Biography
Thomas Mlambo is a South African-born radio and television personality. He is a recipient of many awards and has worked with many giant sports networks on the continent. He worked for Supersport from 1998 to 2013.
After leaving Supersport in 2013, Mlambo joined SABC Sport and worked till 2022. The versatile sports personality has a unique way of presenting sports on screen.
Many television viewers have noticed his fashion sense. He is a celebrated 100m and first-team rugby player champion.
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Quick Facts | |
Name: | Thomas Sipho Mlambo |
Born: | South Africa |
Nationality: | South African |
Education: | Law (Dropped Out) |
Occupation: | Radio personality, Sportscaster, TV personality |
Years Active: | 1998-date |
Marital Status: | Not Known |
Profiles: | |
Known for: | Working with SuperSport |
Net Worth: | US$1.4 million |
Early Life
Thomas was born in South Africa and started showing his love for sports from an early stage. He began as a footballer but after sustaining a knee injury, his soccer-playing dreams were sadly cut short.
In 1993, Mlambo emerged winner of the Transvaal Annual High Schools’ Speech contest.
Education
Thomas Mlambo was a law student in a prestigious higher institution. During his third year in school, he dropped out to follow his passion. He later entered the media industry.
Career
Thomas Sipho Mlambo is a multi-award-winning TV and radio sports personality. He has worked for many top African sports networks.
Mlambo worked for the giant sports network Supersport from 1998 to 2013.
The veteran sports personality has worked as the main anchor for both sports networks. He had the opportunity of interviewing some great sports personalities and administrators.
During his time with SuperSport, Mlambo anchored many football properties and magazine shows. He gained prominence and covered the World Cup of 2006 in Germany.
The sports personality was the host of the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup. Mlambo joined SABC Sports after leaving Supersport. He is very knowledgeable about sports.
Thomas left SuperSport for SABC Sports after the end of his contract. He hosted the Monday night soccer highlights and talk show Soccerzone.
Personal Life
Many viewers are eager to meet Thomas Mlambo’s wife. Though, the veteran radio personality has not disclosed his marital status.
SABC
Award-winning TV and radio sports personality Mlambo left SABC to pursue other interests.
Thomas has worked on television and radio for over thirty years. He has worked for top sports platforms in the continent like SuperSport and SABC Sport.
TimesLIVE reported that Thomas quit his job because SABC allegedly decided to replace him as host of the SoccerZone.
Sports Shows
The veteran sports anchor has hosted many top sports shows in South Africa:
- Soccerzone
- The late-night Sport @ 10
- Laduma
- AFCON tournaments,
- FA Cups
- 2014 and 2018 FIFA World Cups
- Olympics
- Ultimate Sport Show on Metro FM
- SA Sports Awards
- PSL awards
Cars
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Thomas Mlambo has a high taste for luxurious possessions. He is one of the best sports presenters in Africa. He is an avid lover of cars and has appeared many times with an orange Ford Mustang. It has an Orlando Pirates logo on the door.
The radio personality appeared with another car, a red Ford Mustang. The sportscaster was seen with the car when he went playing golf.
Thomas’ love for high horsepowers cars is beyond measure. The prominent sportscaster has appeared in a blue Audi RS4 station wagon.
Return to SuperSport
The renowned TV sports presenter Thomas Mlambo has rejoined SuperSport. In a media Statement, SuperSport confirmed he returns after a few years away. The seasoned sportscaster and football expert career started at SuperSport.
Social Media
Thomas Mlambo is active on social media and engages followers with posts about his work, personal life, and hobbies. He loves playing football, golf, and more. He is an avid lover of sports. His social media profiles include:
- Instagram: @thomasmlambo
- Twitter: @thomasmlambo
- Facebook: Thomas Mlambo
Net worth
South Africa has produced many prominent sports personalities. Thomas Mlambo is a reputable, veteran, and experienced sportscaster. He has worked for many years since the late 1990s. According to Famousqa, he has a net worth of US$1.4 Million dollars as of July 2022.
He’s my best.
I like him.
Welcome back.
I miss you Thomas on SABC especially during this world cup in Qatar. I always enjoyed your presentations…. I wish you all he success at Supersport.