Nonku Williams bags drama queen nomination at Feather Awards

The nominees for the 17th annual Feather Awards, South Africa’s biggest celebration of queer excellence and allyship, have officially been announced.

The Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD) star Nonku Williams has been recognised with a Drama Queen of the Year nomination. Nonku is one of the longest serving member of (RHOD), and has been serving drama while solidifying her spot herself in the hearts of viewers. She has been nominated alongside Simphiwe Dana (and “her hairstyle”) and the Miss SA Organisation.

The 2025 Feather Awards will follow the theme of “Pause, Look, Listen To Your Heart”. The nominees were revealed at a vibrant event at Constitution Hill in Johannesburg last week.

According to MambaOnline, honourees this year include a dynamic mix of activists, celebrities, allies, and organisations across a range of fields, who will be recognised for their impact at the awards ceremony in November.

Thami Dish, who is the co-founder of the Feather Awards, said the event’s role is now more vital than ever. “In a time when the global environment for queer people is increasingly challenging, our role in fostering crucial dialogue, driving awareness and advocating for tangible policy change is more vital than ever.