SABC3's acting general manager, Ed Worster, shed some light on the qualities that the channel is looking for in this year's winning contestant. "We wish each one of the ten finalists every success as they pursue their Top Billing dream, but there can only be one winner and that will be the one whose natural flair embodies the hallmark of excellence that has set Top Billing apart as South Africa’s premier TV magazine for the past 20 years."

Here are the Top 10:

Khanya Ngumbela

Before pursuing a modelling and presenting career, Ngumbela had dreams of studying medicine or journalism – the former so she could help people and the latter so that she could expose the truth to the public. Now she has the opportunity to do both, while competing to be the next Top Billing presenter.

Lauren Wallet

Confidence and passion are things Wallet is unlikely to run out of. This AFDA graduate has been a go-getter since she could walk. She has never been afraid of a challenge, which is why she’s always gone after her dreams. Throughout her adult life she has owned her own business and been her own boss.

Zama Ngcobo

Ngcobo is no stranger when it comes to working in media. She got a head start in her career when she became a continuity presenter for SABC1 in 2007. Since then she’s aspired for more and hasn’t looked back, landing a role as a radio DJ for Ukhozi FM and most recently appearing on South Africa’s biggest soapie, Generations, as Tabitha Morris.

Jonathan Boynton-Lee

Boynton-Lee has an incredibly calm air about him and an infectious energy that inspires just about anyone. After majoring in Drama and TV Journalism at Rhodes University, he began his journey directing, acting and writing for theatre before making the big transition to film.

Kerusha Kisten

This bubbly Durbanite has always had a love for comedy that grew from prank calls as a young teenager, to writing and performing her own comedy show at age 19.

Lynelle Kenned

Capetonian Kenned is bursting to the brim with talent. As a trained opera singer, she poses the threat of hard work and dedication, not to mention the versatility card she says she has up her sleeve.

Zama Mtshali

This young, adventurous and fun-loving Sharks flasher is out to take the world by storm. Mtshali has an insatiable curiosity about the world and a great love for meeting and interacting with new people – two qualities that will stand her in excellent stead as a TV presenter.

Chamendran Naidoo

Naidoo is sure to melt your heart with his charm, humour and dashing good looks. This young doctor has started realising his dreams since being chosen as part of the Top 10, but it's not all been fun and games.

Greg Kriek

With a degree in Global Business Leadership and a postgraduate qualification in film and television production, Kriek has been working hard in developing his practical skills set as a producer, writer and actor, while social development work in South Africa, Mozambique, Zambia, Malawi and India has kept him inspired to reach the nations in a practical way.

Lauren Blackwell

Edgy drama student, Blackwell impressed the judges with her alternative image and husky voice, not to mention her natural ability to hold the attention of a room without even trying.

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