Rethabile Ramaphakela is a leading South African filmmaker, director, and writer who is redefining African television and cinema. Born in Soweto, she started her journey in front of the camera as a young TV presenter and voice-over artist before moving behind the lens. She earned a film degree from AFDA and co-founded Burnt Onion Productions with her brothers, turning it into a powerhouse for sharp, relatable comedy.
Rethabile is the creative force behind some of Netflix's biggest African hits, including the global romantic comedy Seriously Single and the massively popular How to Ruin Christmas franchise. Her recent work includes the 2024 spin-off How to Ruin Love and the comedy feature Disaster Holiday.