Although he was born in Washington, D.C., the United States, his full birthdate is September 14, 1981. In a similar vein, his mother is named Angelina Hatendi, and his father is named David Hatendi. His father was a banker and a businessman in Zimbabwe.
In addition, Nyasha Hatendi has All-American ancestry and has a sister named Natasha and a brother named Sarayi. In terms of schooling, he attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts.