Popular podcaster MacGyver Mukwevho, better known as MacG, made a surprising cameo on the historical series Shaka iLembe, leaving many shocked and entertained. The Podcast and Chill host made his brief appearance when King Shaka stick-fought the Qwabe King and subsequently conquered him. MacG was a staunch supporter of Qwabe alongside choreographer and dancer, Robot […]
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South African actor Mpilo Mbatha has wowed many with his acting prowess on Mzansi Magic’s historical series, Shaka iLembe. After multiple auditions, Mpilo made the cut and he portrays the character of Mzilikazi ka Mashobane (Mzilikazi Khumalo), who was a South African Zulu King that founded the Northern Ndebele kingdom in Zimbabwe. The 23-year-old thespian […]
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Actor Nkanyiso Mzimela recently took to social media to bid farewell to his Shaka iLembe character, following his death on the series. Nkanyiso, who is well known for his character as Melusi Zungu on Isibaya, portrayed the character of Somveli Mthethwa on Shaka iLembe. Somveli was the son of Godongwana on the historical series. He […]
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Sheli Masondo, costume designer for Shaka iLembe, raised the South African flag high at the global stage at San Diego Comic-Con 2025. Sheli joined a panel of trailblazing creatives for More Than Capes: Costume Creates Character, presented by the International Society of Black Costume Designers (ISBCD). The panel brings together some of the most influential […]
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South African thespians and creatives took to their social media pages to applaud multi-award-winning actor, Thembinkosi Mthembu, for how he portrayed his role as King of Abathethwa, Godongwana ka Jobe; who was also known as Dingiswayo. Thembinkosi was entrusted with the character of Godongwana on the historical series that airs on Mzansi Magic – Shaka iLembe. His […]
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Shaka iLembe fans remain captivated as the alliance between Shaka and Dingiswayo begins to strain. Dingiswayo, leader of the Mthethwa clan, was instrumental in Shaka’s rise, mentoring him and providing a regiment that helped him become king of the Zulu clan. Although their relationship was similar to a father-and-son bond marked by trust and deep […]
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In a surprising move, Mzansi Magic took to Instagram to share a fascinating behind-the-scenes fact about their award-winning drama series, Shaka iLembe. The channel revealed that a staggering 6000 G-strings were crafted during the making of the show, leaving fans and actors alike in awe. The post quickly became a talking point, with cast members […]
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As it was a night of glitz and glam at the gold carpet of the premier of the second season of Shaka iLembe, it was also a night of celebrating and retelling African stories and history. A red carpet was rolled out to welcome guests, while drum beating and African songs accompanied by traditional dance filled […]
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Viewers across Southern Africa are in for an emotional and cultural triumph as Shaka iLembe, Mzansi Magic’s epic historical drama, proudly introduces the Swati royal lineage to its powerful second season. In a momentous celebration of Swati heritage, Episode 2 — airing Sunday, June 22nd at 8PM — marks the official debut of King Somhlolo, Queen Lojiba, and […]
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Excitement filled the air as the media gathered at Bomb Shelter Production studios for an exclusive sneak preview of Shaka iLembe Season 2. With the return of the hit series on the horizon, producers Desireé Markgraaff and Angus Gibson, alongside executive producer Nomzamo Mbatha, shared insights into the upcoming season and introduced the dynamic new talent joining […]
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