His screen credits include the Netflix action thriller Heart of the Hunter, Marked, Mabaso Family Reunion, Showmax’s Red Ink, for which he received the 2024 National Film & Television Award for Best Actor, and the telenovela iThonga, where his portrayal of twin brothers earned him the 2026 SAFTA for Best Actor in a Telenovela. Internationally, Bonko has continued to expand his career with roles in productions including The Woman King, The Mauritanian, Roots and Professionals. He also leads the STARZ series The Nowhere Man as Lukas. His work has earned him recognition across both film and television, including multiple SAFTA nominations across different categories and formats. Beyond performance, Bonko is increasingly focused on developing and producing original African stories with international reach. He is the founder of SouthLaw Productions, a creator-led production company developing premium film and television projects rooted in African identity, culture and contemporary experience.