By Tamlyn Canham
Lerai Rakoditsoe is only 18 years old but the teen is already making a name for herself in the entertainment industry.
Nickelodeon Africa announced this week that she is officially the host of a new show called, ‘NickMusic’.
Lerai, who is from Johannesburg’s Bassonia area, is the first young African presenter to host a Nickelodeon show.
The family-friendly music show will debut on TV screens in May.
“I am excited to be part of the @nickelodeon_africa family and to be the first young African host for the channel.
“Having grown up watching the channel myself, I know how important it is for a young mind to to see someone like themselves on screen,” Lerai wrote on Instagram.
She added that authentic representation is really important.
“To see *myself* on the channel is mind-blowing. I’m extremely grateful and looking forward to interacting with viewers across Africa.”
Dreams come true
Lerai revealed that her mother had a dream about her bagging the presenting gig.
“Look at God…. Thank you @tandy_j for being my mommy (one day I’ll tell u about how my mom had a dream about this happening weeks before I even auditioned- GOD SPEAKS),” she wrote.
Lerai thanked her family for their support.
“My friends and Family- y’all have been so supportive- I’m so grateful. I JUST WANNA SAY THANK YOU!!!!!”



